Jamie Williamson

The volatile environment under a second Donald Trump administration could create opportunities in active investing, particularly in global small and mid-caps companies, according to Canopy Investors.

Having successfully completed a $400 million placement in support, Pinnacle Investment Management is acquiring stakes in two international fund managers.

The Future Fund has been handed a new mandate, with the government directing it to prioritise investments in the energy transition, residential housing, and infrastructure.

A Matrix Planning Solutions adviser is suspended from providing advice for the next three months after failing to supply Statements of Advice (SOAs) where required.

The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) has welcomed the decision at a recent Treasury investor roundtable to progress work towards encouraging greater investment in Australia's renewables transition.

Colonial First State (CFS) has tapped two fund managers to oversee its Australian equities and infrastructure strategies.

Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) governor Michele Bullock has reaffirmed the central bank's stance that interest rates are likely to stay higher for longer as sticky inflation persists.

Morningstar has heaped praise on Australian Retirement Trust (ART), saying it is home to a "high calibre investment leadership team playing to their strengths," but warned of key person risks.

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) surprised no one by leaving the official cash rate on hold at 4.35% at its final meeting of the year.