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Calm urged as global markets look 'increasingly unstable'

ELIZA BAVIN | TUESDAY, 7 APR 2026

... game of Jenga, with the tower increasingly unstable as more supports are removed rather than reinforced. The era of low inflation, strong growth and abundant conviction is behind us, at least for now," Neiron said. "What is emerging instead is a far ...

Global recession a 'real possibility': UniSuper

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | THURSDAY, 2 APR 2026

... he said, showing an increased demand for safe-haven assets. "Instead, markets have been more focused on the risk of inflation from higher oil prices. Bond yields have actually surged between 0.3% and 0.4% across the world over the month," Colosimo said. ...

Albanese stresses importance of 'economic sovereignty'

ELIZA BAVIN | THURSDAY, 2 APR 2026

... maintaining a status quo that doesn't work for people. Economic reform that drives growth, boosts productivity, tackles inflation and lifts living standards is always necessary. "And in times of uncertainty such as this, it is urgent. We all know ...

Women to drive tailored advice demand: State Street

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | WEDNESDAY, 1 APR 2026

... "Reporting should evolve from account balances to income sustainability - probability of success, longevity coverage and inflation resilience - so members and fiduciaries can judge outcomes through the right lens," State Street said.

Household wealth rises 2.5%

ELIZA BAVIN | FRIDAY, 27 MAR 2026

... economy is still being downgraded. "In response to the conflict in the Middle East, we have revised our outlook for inflation higher, downgraded our outlook for economic growth and increased our forecast for unemployment," Allen said. "Prior to the war ...

Potential US recession in three years: Global insurers

KARREN VERGARA | FRIDAY, 27 MAR 2026

... 2025. An economic slowdown and geopolitical tensions surpassed major concerns from last year's survey of rising inflation risks. The global survey of 434 chief investment officers and chief financial officers included those who work at life insurance ...

Inflation remains firm, May rate hike still in play

ELIZA BAVIN | THURSDAY, 26 MAR 2026

... 3.7% in the 12 months to February 2026, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). "The 3.7% annual CPI inflation to February eased slightly from the 3.8% annual CPI inflation to January," ABS head of prices statistics Sue-Ellen Luke said. ...

Australian Ethical makes changes to super menu, fees

JAMIE WILLIAMSON | TUESDAY, 24 MAR 2026

... Balanced investment option for accumulation and pension members. It will aim to achieve returns of 2.25% per annum above inflation over 10 years. It will also change the name of its existing Balanced (Accumulation) option to simply Balanced to "help ...

Managed accounts increase confidence amid volatility: Research

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | MONDAY, 23 MAR 2026

Over 40% of advisers agree clients in managed accounts are more confident and are less likely to act impulsively during market volatility compared with those not in managed accounts. Investment Trends' latest Managed Accounts Report, supported by State ...

S64, Ardian partner to launch new fund

ELIZA BAVIN | MONDAY, 23 MAR 2026

... and deputy co-head of secondaries and primaries Jan Philipp Schmitz said. "Infrastructure offers recurring cash yield, inflation protection, and historically lower volatility, making it a powerful addition to investor portfolios. "By combining the value ...

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Global X awards mandate for ETF business

ELIZA BAVIN

Global X has awarded a new custody and administration mandate for its Australian ETF business.

Bell Asset Management launches small-caps fund

KARREN VERGARA

Bell Asset Management has formally launched its Australian Small Companies Fund, which is run by former Tyndall Asset Management portfolio managers.

Former Australian Ethical finance chief lands new gig

MATTHEW WAI

The former chief financial officer of the ethical investment manager has joined a local finance company after wrapping up his tenure at AUB Group.

MySuper assets pursue $1.5tn Choice sector

KARREN VERGARA

MySuper assets are fast catching up to the $1.5 trillion Choice sector, hitting nearly $1.2 trillion in the March quarter.

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