Gideon Smith: Fundamentals and the golden age for quants

I chat with Gideon, CIO & global head of portfolio management at Rosenberg Equities, on data playgrounds, hubris and the exciting future for quantitative investing.

Nothing on this podcast is to be considered investment advice or a recommendation. No investment decision or activity should be undertaken without first seeking qualified and professional advice.

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Rest Super’s selective approach to PE pays off as program comes of age

Rest Super’s selective approach to PE pays off as program comes of age

A concentrated bet on fewer, better GP relationships is paying off for one of Australia's largest superannuation funds. Built on selective manager and deal selection rather than a broad roster, the A$112 billion ($78 billion) Rest Super delivered private equity returns more than double the peer average last financial year, as the fund proactively courts top-tier PE firms instead of waiting to be approached.

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Positioning for waves of change with listed infrastructure

Innovation in data transmission and renewable energy, a reopening economy and historic policy support are combining to create attractive infrastructure opportunities for investors looking to build more resilient portfolios.

Fundamentals tilt in favour of emerging markets

Emerging market assets perform well in an environment of rising inflation and strong growth, even when yields are going up and developed market economies are outperforming.

The origin of COVID: Did people or nature open Pandora’s box at Wuhan?

The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted lives the world over for more than a year. Its death toll will soon reach three million people. Yet the origin of pandemic remains uncertain: The political agendas of governments and scientists have generated thick clouds of obfuscation, which the mainstream press seems helpless to dispel.

Capital flows and debt

The IIF provides ongoing, cutting-edge analysis of international capital flows. Our flagship products are the Capital Flows to Emerging Markets Report (twice a year), the monthly Capital Flows Tracker, and our various proprietary capital flows databases. In addition, we occasionally produce one-off research notes on topical issues.

Managers’ impact reaches tipping point

Asset managers have a chance to really impact the real economy with their commitment to net zero. The Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative now has 73 signatories and one third of assets in the industry committed. It’s reached tipping point, says one of the initiatives’ founders Ed Mason.

Conquering the great divide

The pandemic has laid bare deep divisions, but it’s not too late to change course

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