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FEATURE: Fixed income | Adjusting the lens

PENNY PRYOR | TUESDAY, 5 MAY 2026

... slowest rate of growth since 2021. Fed rates were closer to negative three years ago compared to the mid-threes they are in now. It is not a 2022 playbook, according to Grotzinger. "Hence, we see value in the move higher in yields and in the market's ...

Future Fund gains nearly $2bn in March quarter despite market volatility

MATTHEW WAI | TUESDAY, 5 MAY 2026

... position of the country's single-largest financial asset, which since being established twenty years ago, has grown to now be worth more than $269 billion. "We continue to contribute to the nation by delivering strong financial returns over the long ...

Betashares expands defined income ETF range

MATTHEW WAI | TUESDAY, 5 MAY 2026

Betashares has launched its fourth defined income active ETF, now available on ASX's AQUA market. The 2031 Fixed Term Corporate Bond Active ETF (ASX: 31BB) will provide investors with exposure to a diversified portfolio of high yielding, fixed-rate ...

QIC faces heat over aviation firefighting asset privatisation

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | TUESDAY, 5 MAY 2026

... replace ARFFS vehicles, equipment and facilities. These assets would then be leased back to the service. For several months now Airservices Australia has been in discussions with QIC for the investment giant to buy some of its equipment and infrastructure. ...

Lazard AM launches emerging market fund to retail sector

KARREN VERGARA | MONDAY, 4 MAY 2026

... The Lazard Emerging Markets Equity Advantage Fund, which uses a quantitative solution and systematic investment process, is now available to retail investors. Overseen by the Lazard's equity advantage team, the fund invests in 175 to 300 securities and ...

Former Berndale director pleads guilty

VINNY VUCAGO | MONDAY, 4 MAY 2026

... offered to everyday investors. D'Amore had initially pleaded not guilty after previously being charged in 2023 but has now admitted to the offences. He faces significant penalties, including potential imprisonment. The matter has been referred by ...

Treasury consults to align company minimum tax

MATTHEW WAI | MONDAY, 4 MAY 2026

... elements of the Agreed Administration Guidance released in June 2024, December 2023 and January 2026. The consultation is now open and closes on May 22.

Rest names head of private markets

JAMIE WILLIAMSON | FRIDAY, 1 MAY 2026

... with clarity and sound judgement, while continuing to advance our private markets strategy. I'm delighted that she is now stepping into the role on a permanent basis." For her part, Pasika said: "It's a privilege to continue leading the private ...

Australia's economic growth lays far beyond capitals

MATTHEW WAI | FRIDAY, 1 MAY 2026

... you've seen foreign capital, whether it's South Korea, Japanese or Singaporean, it's mainly capital from around Asia now." "But Melbourne is getting an overlay where the stamp duty, foreign tax, and the economic performance of the state have ...

Australia averts recession but not slowdown: JPMAM

KARREN VERGARA | WEDNESDAY, 29 APR 2026

... Australia's annualised growth rate from 2% tipped at the start of the year before the breakout of the Israel-US attack on Iran to now just 1.5%. J.P. Morgan Asset Management global market strategist Kerry Craig explained the impact is already materialising ...

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Australian Unity to shed 195 roles

MATTHEW WAI

Australian Unity is reducing its workforce by 195 positions due to underperformance stemming from delays in government support for its Home Health platform and the integration of several businesses.

Count shutters limited-advice business, slips in size ranking

MATTHEW WAI

Count Financial has reportedly wound up its restricted SMSF/limited-advice service, losing some 26 advisers on the Financial Adviser Register, latest data shows.

First Super recruits head of investments from Prime Super

MATTHEW WAI

First Super has appointed a new head of investments, replacing Chris Artis, who was in the position for the past three months on an interim basis.

BMO eyes Euroz Hartleys' capital markets business

KARREN VERGARA

Euroz Hartleys confirmed it is in discussions with Canada's BMO Financial Group for a potential sale of its capital markets business for $145 million.

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