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Making a splash: The economic impact of AUKUS

KARREN VERGARA  |  THURSDAY, 24 OCT 2024  |  NEWS
... at the University of Queensland, told a recent Financial Standard podcast that Australia appears to be spending a lot of money without a clear strategic rationale or discussion from the government. "Will these submarines operate essentially under US ...

Mega recovery on cards for sustainable funds

ROSE MARY PETRASS  |  WEDNESDAY, 23 OCT 2024  |  NEWS
... backlash in the US. There is also a pervasive lack of clarity about what exactly ESG really means. However, shortsighted money managers may be missing a golden goose - Higgins already sees a rebound. "Investors tend to look in the rearview mirror a lot," ...

Social-washing hides lapse in progress

ROSE MARY PETRASS  |  THURSDAY, 17 OCT 2024  |  NEWS
... position, both economically and socially, and we have a responsibility to give back," said Price. "Frankly, we should put our money where our mouth is when it comes to donating our time and money." But while impact investing and philanthropy have similar ...

Ultra rich bet on green energy for data

ROSE MARY PETRASS  |  FRIDAY, 20 SEP 2024  |  NEWS
... and preserve capital for the future - but also to create values-driven impact. However, many still don't realise that money-making and positive impact can go hand in hand. "You can invest and have both the performance and the green impact - not one ...

Australia fails benchmark for female-led funds

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 18 SEP 2024  |  NEWS
... to £383 million ($749m) this year from £320 million ($626m) in 2023. Vanguard's female portfolio managers run more money at £13.1 billion ($26bn) compared to men's £11.1 billion ($22bn). Citywire also highlighted the female fund managers ...

Coalition's super on parental leave changes spark concerns

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  WEDNESDAY, 11 SEP 2024  |  NEWS
... entitled to the same level of financial support regardless of the option chosen. "Superannuation is not the government's money, it is not the superannuation industry's money, it is your money. The Coalition believes Australians should have the ...

Podcast: Screening and controversies - tobacco, weapons, fossil fuels and more with Julia Leske

THE GREENER WAY  |  TUESDAY, 3 SEP 2024  |  NEWS
... when fund managers make these crucial decisions? Are all ESG funds created equal? And how can an investor be sure their money isn't inadvertently supporting sectors they wish to avoid? In this episode, we're joined by Julia Leske, managing director ...

NZ investors to buoy positive impact funds, fears greenwashing

MICHELLE BALTAZAR  |  THURSDAY, 1 AUG 2024  |  NEWS
... ethical claims are genuine and verifiable to build and sustain market confidence," said Barry Coates, co-CEO of Mindful Money. The 2024 report is a collaboration between RIAA and Mindful Money, supported by ethical investment manager Australian Ethical. ...

Aus funds hit by outflows, global gains for passive ESG

ROSE MARY PETRASS  |  MONDAY, 29 JUL 2024  |  NEWS
... the period, according to Morningstar Sustainalytics, while passive products gained $7.6 billion (US$5 billion) of net new money. This trend of index-linked products dominating market share was also reflected in the league tables. Dimensional Fund Australia ...

Aus Ethical gets ex-PRI chief

ROSE MARY PETRASS  |  WEDNESDAY, 3 JUL 2024  |  NEWS
... assurance that their superannuation is being invested for the good of people, animals, and the planet. Where we invest our money matters, and I encourage every Australian to feel empowered by that." Chair and non-executive director of Australian Ethical ...