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Government faces housing, infra challenges as population booms

ANGELIQUE MINAS  |  MONDAY, 12 JAN 2026  |  NEWS
... that the country's ageing population is due to the lower fertility rates and higher life expectancy. "This demographic shift presents long-term economic and fiscal challenges, particularly driving up demand for health and aged care services. Migration ...

Fund managers cite net zero, active ownership as top focus: Survey

KARREN VERGARA  |  THURSDAY, 8 JAN 2026  |  NEWS
... questions of managers and imposing hurdles and restrictions managers need to address, the asset consultant said, noting that the shift reflects evolving expectations within the superannuation industry, and institutional investment more broadly, where ...

NGS Super appoints asset allocation lead

ELIZABETH FRY  |  THURSDAY, 8 JAN 2026  |  NEWS
The $16.7 billion NGS Super has promoted Mohamed Noureldin to the newly created role of head of asset allocation. Noureldin was previously senior manager for currency, commodity and tactical asset allocation, a role he held after joining the fund more ...

Sustainable investing trends for 2026: Morningstar Sustainalytics

ANGELIQUE MINAS  |  THURSDAY, 8 JAN 2026  |  NEWS
... challenging year for ESG and sustainable investing", the report spotlights the prevalence of anti-ESG sentiment in the US and the shift towards deregulation in Europe. "Against this volatile backdrop, investors have struggled to navigate the sustainable ...

ESG regulations have significantly shifted: Australian Ethical

ANGELIQUE MINAS  |  MONDAY, 22 DEC 2025  |  NEWS
... they're very clear about what claims are safe to make, with what kind of substantiation," she said. On how the regulatory shift might materialise, George highlighted the existent voluntary labelling market led by RIAA. "[RIAA] have done a lot of ...

Regulation a double-edged sword in sustainable investing: FTSE Rusell

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  MONDAY, 22 DEC 2025  |  NEWS
... on financial performance remains a central priority," FTSE Russell global head of sustainable Stephanie Maier said. "This shift signals that sustainable investment is becoming a core component of fiduciary responsibility." Adoption of sustainable investments ...

System-level climate risks material in every way: Research

ANGELIQUE MINAS  |  THURSDAY, 18 DEC 2025  |  NEWS
In partnership with the Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF), the Investor Group on Climate Change (IGCC) released its report Systems Stewardship: Managing Interconnected Climate Risks for Lasting Value. Drawing on interviews with IGCC members and ...

Prioritising governance achieves better shareholder returns: Research

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 15 DEC 2025  |  NEWS
A new analysis depicts how top-performing companies set themselves apart through disciplined governance, strategic focus, and clear communication with investors across Asia Pacific, including Australia. Boston Consulting Group's (BCG) 2025 Asia ...

Wealth inequality "moderate" in Australia: World Inequality Report

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 15 DEC 2025  |  NEWS
Australia's richest individuals hold nearly 60% of the country's total wealth, according to the 2026 World Inequality Report, which is deemed "moderate" by global standards. The report found the nation's inequality remains persistent across ...

Reforms needed to make most of public investment funds: IGCC

ANGELIQUE MINAS  |  FRIDAY, 12 DEC 2025  |  NEWS
The Investor Group on Climate Change (IGCC) released a report that identified Australia's Specialist Investment Vehicles (SIVs) could facilitate private investment into the country's renewable energy system as well as future climate solutions and resilience ...