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MONTHLY ECONOMIC & INVESTMENT REVIEW: Executive Summary May 2026 was characterised by a broad improvement in global risk sentiment, with equity markets continuing to recover from the volatility experienced through March and early April. The…

Private Credit as an Investment Asset Class 1. Introduction Private credit, often referred to as private debt or direct lending, has emerged as one of the fastest-growing segments of the alternative investment universe. It involves…

MONTHLY ECONOMIC & INVESTMENT REVIEW: Executive Summary April 2026 marked a partial stabilisation in global financial markets following the sharp correction experienced in March. Risk sentiment improved modestly over the month as investors responded positively…

MONTHLY ECONOMIC & INVESTMENT REVIEW: Executive Summary March 2026 was characterised by a broad-based risk-off environment across global financial markets, driven by a combination of tightening financial conditions, renewed geopolitical uncertainty, and growing concerns around…

Executive Summary February was characterised by strong performance in Australian equities, rising geopolitical tensions and growing debate around the structural implications of artificial intelligence for global markets. Australian equities materially outperformed global peers, supported by…

Executive Summary Over the last 2 years, the US dollar has fallen against its major trading partners (chart 1).  So, what’s going on with the US dollar and why it matters for Australian Investors? All…

Monthly Economic & Investment Review – January 2026 Executive SummaryJanuary marked a pivotal shift in the Australian policy cycle. Following stronger-than-expected inflation data in December, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) raised the official cash…

MONTHLY ECONOMIC & INVESTMENT REVIEW – DECEMBER 2025: Global markets closed out 2025 on a cautious note amid quieter holiday trading and rotation out of high‑beta sectors. Major equity benchmarks experienced modest declines late in…

As we prepare for 2026, we’re sharing a concise snapshot of the major macro themes shaping global markets—and how investors can position thoughtfully for the year ahead.  Global: Cooling US labour market, sticky inflation, Europe…

MONTHLY ECONOMIC & INVESTMENT REVIEW – OCTOBER 2025: Global markets continued their positive trajectory in October 2025, driven by firm earnings, rate cuts from major central banks, and stable commodity prices. Developed markets outperformed again,…