Overview

We are pleased to share a high-level summary of the latest Pacific Private Asset Management Investment Committee Meeting, focused on reviewing 2025 progress and confirming our strategic direction for the year ahead.

Key Discussion Highlights

1. Investment Strategy & Portfolio Positioning

  • Confirmation of PPAM’s new Strategic Playbook, translating macro views into dynamic asset allocation decisions.
  • Tactical portfolio overlays to be implemented before year-end, with rebalancing continuing into early 2026.
  • Continued emphasis on active management and selectivity amid concentrated market leadership.

2. Market Themes & Outlook

Key themes discussed included:

  • Diverging interest rate paths between the US and Australia and the impact on currencies.
  • Narrow US equity market leadership driven by AI-related sectors.
  • Improving relative value opportunities across Europe, Japan, emerging markets, infrastructure, REITs and consumer staples.
  • The potential for short-term upside volatility alongside medium-term correction risk.

3. Governance, APL & Risk Oversight

  • Enhancements approved for PPAM’s Approved Product List (APL) due diligence framework.
  • Increased focus on operational and compliance standards in response to regulatory developments.
  • Ongoing integration of external research with internal assessments.

4. Operations & Platforms

  • Review of recent platform issues and confirmation of remediation steps, including fee rebates.
  • A full platform review scheduled for early 2026 to ensure long-term service quality.
  • Continued progress on reporting, CRM and IT integration initiatives.

5. Business Momentum

  • Strong demand for PPAM’s high-conviction approach continues.
  • New client relationships progressing and positive momentum heading into 2026.

Next Steps

  • Apply Strategic Playbook overlays across portfolios
  • Finalise APL governance enhancements
  • Complete platform review in early 2026
  • Expand performance monitoring and manager engagement

Our Commitment

💡 Our Investment Committee meets regularly to review markets, refine strategy, and ensure every portfolio reflects deep research and disciplined decision-making.

📈 We remain focused on disciplined decision-making and long-term capital stewardship.

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