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Active fixed income finds its edge
Active fixed income investing has gained momentum at the same time as bonds returned to the limelight.
Did they deliver? Reviewing three options strategies from June 2025
The options strategies below were presented in the June ASX adviser day in conjunction with MST. This article reviews the success or failure of each strategy and the relative performance against underlying stock where applicable.
Positioning portfolios for 2026: Five themes from global asset managers
AUSIEX curates key 2026 insights from leading global asset managers, outlining five themes to help advisers position portfolios for the year-ahead.
Most read on AXIS 2025
Our most read content from 2025.
Private credit: key questions for financial advisers
The growing popularity of private credit has not been without its detractors. AUSIEX spoke to Frank Danieli, Head of Global Credit Solutions at MA Financial, to find out some key considerations for advisers when choosing investments.
What advisers need to know about the bond market in 2026
Some advisers are exploring fixed income options in the current market environment, including direct bonds as a potential component.
New Issue Premiums
Historically, investors may have received a premium for participating in new issues, making primary market purchases - or soon after – potentially quite compelling. This note highlights the potential opportunity and demonstrates how such positioning may lead to enhanced results.
Why active managers are winning the small cap battle
Active managers hold a clear edge in Australian small caps. New Morningstar data shows consistent outperformance over 3, 5, and 10 years, as passive index inefficiencies widen, and investor interest sees adviser demand rise.
Why quality investing is for 'all seasons': VanEck
In its latest fund manager interview, AUSIEX spoke to Jamie Hannah, Deputy Head of Investments and Capital Markets at VanEck, to dive deeper into its factor-based, or smart beta Exchange Traded Funds.
Global investors eye outlook for Japanese equities after strong run
Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) allow advisers to build allocations to Japan for suitable clients
Accessing the AI boom through infrastructure ETFs
Advisers could bypass headline stocks and tap the megatrend through ETFs focused on the power and infrastructure companies driving AI’s growth.
Golden trade execution rules for options
There’s more to executing an order for Exchange Traded Options than just hitting buy or sell.
Advisers opt for ETFs amid reporting season shocks
CSL’s record fall and BlueScope’s profit miss sparked heavy selling, but advisers kept clients anchored in diversified ETFs and fixed income plays.
Why equity valuations might soon matter again
In the first of a series of fund manager interviews, AUSIEX spoke with Mr. Hugh Selby-Smith, Co-Chief Investment Officer at Talaria, to gauge his views on the market.
How to get the best out of international share trading
Trade execution can improve outcomes when buying or selling direct global shares.