Investment Perspectives: A closer look at US housing
In this article, we look at the history of the global financial crisis (GFC), how it compares to the current environment, and the implications for US housing.
News & Views: The Inflation Reduction Act will drive US' efforts towards net-zero
In this article, we outline some of the benefits included in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) spending package, and how they support infrastructure investment names in 4D’s universe.
Investment Perspectives: Why rising interest rates aren’t working (yet)
It’s been a volatile year. High inflation, along with actual and expected high interest rates, have roiled markets across equities, fixed income, commodities and real estate. According to the theory, high interest rates stifle economic activity, reducing demand and moderating consumer prices.
Trip Insights: Europe
This is the 10th in our series of Trip Insights where we share our travel experiences. It follows a trip taken by Sarah Shaw, Global Portfolio Manager, and Tasneef Rahman, Senior Investment Analyst, through Rome, Milan, Zurich, Madrid, Paris, Frankfurt and London, meeting with management teams from regulated utilities, renewables, communications and transport.
News & Views: The cost of war
Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, no doubt expecting a quick and easy triumph in achieving its territorial ambitions. Consistent with the old proverb ‘those who ignore history are doomed to repeat it’, Russia has created a long, drawn-out conflict with no real path to a resolution.
CPD: Financial advice tech - driving increased efficiency and better client engagement
This Best Practice CPD series is published by AdviserVoice and sponsored by Bennelong Funds Management.
Investment Perspectives: 12 charts we’re thinking about right now
The latest trends in housing, retail and venture capital – and what they mean for investors.
News & Views: Could the US Supreme Court's decision against the EPA derail decarbonisation efforts?
On 30 June 2022, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) ruled in favour of West Virginia and a group of other states in their lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), potentially limiting the agency’s ability to enforce actions to limit greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Investment Perspectives: REITs and navigating the inflation panic
It’s been a tough six months; not only for listed real estate, but for most risk assets as well. Even the natural portfolio risk dampener, sovereign bonds, has suffered.