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In this episode of SB Talks, Stanford Brown CEO Vincent O’Neill speaks with Chief Investment Officer Nick Ryder to discuss: • Bond market moves ahead of US election • Australian inflation and the repricing of rate cut prospects • Key takeaways from US earnings reporting season Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/

In this episode of Meet the Investor, we're joined by Scott Radke, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Chief Investment Officer at New Holland Capital, a multi-billion dollar hedge fund manager that has been servicing a global client base of institutions and wealthy clients for nearly 20 years. Scott takes us through his career, sharing the origins and evolution of New Holland Capital, how they find, hire and retain star hedge fund managers and the outlook for the sector as we head into more uncertain times. Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this episode of SB Talks, Stanford Brown CEO Vincent O’Neill speaks with Chief Investment Officer Nick Ryder to discuss:   The new Stanford Brown Responsible Investment (RI) Policy Strong Australian employment data dampening rate cut prospects US retail sales point to resilient consumer spending Chinese economic activity report shows some improvement   Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/

In this episode of SB Talks, Stanford Brown CEO Vincent O’Neill speaks with Chief Investment Officer Nick Ryder to discuss: The new Stanford Brown Responsible Investment (RI) Policy How we think about terms like RI, ESG, ethical investing and impact investments Whether incorporating RI can improve risk and returns Issues such as transparency and the implications of excluding certain investment types How the policy impacts Stanford Brown portfolios depending on client objectives Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/

In this episode of SB Talks, Stanford Brown CEO Vincent O’Neill speaks with Chief Investment Officer Nick Ryder to discuss: Implications of the Israel-Iran conflict for financial markets US Fed meeting minutes and the latest US jobs report China’s ‘whatever it takes’ stimulus announcements Reflection on the last quarter and outlook for the rest of the year   Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/

In this episode of SB Talks, Stanford Brown CEO Vincent O’Neill speaks with Chief Investment Officer Nick Ryder to discuss: The implications of the US Fed’s supersized 50bp rate cut Whether the RBA will follow the Fed and cut rates this year Australia’s Millennial Recession The impact of lower cash rates on bond and equity valuations Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/

In this episode of Meet the Investor, we're joined by Andrew Lockhart, Managing Partner at Metrics Credit Partners, one of Australia's largest lenders outside of the major Australian banks. Andrew takes us through his career, sharing the origins and evolution of Metrics Credit Partners and the firm's role in shaping the private credit landscape in Australia. We dive deep into the world of private credit, a sector that has garnered significant attention in recent years. Andrew defines what private credit entails and addresses concerns surrounding its potential risks, including the notion of it being a bubble and the perceived lack of regulation. He offers his perspective on why some loans may be considered too risky for banks and how Metrics navigates these challenges. As the private credit market continues to expand rapidly, Andrew discusses the implications of this growth, the potential for rate compression, and whether increased competition might lead to riskier lending practices. We also explore the bro

In this episode of SB Talks, Stanford Brown CEO Vincent O’Neill speaks with Chief Investment Officer Nick Ryder to discuss: • Global growth concerns resurface • Australian GDP weakness and RBA outlook • Australian earnings reporting season wrap up • Portfolio positioning for the end of 2024 Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/

In this episode of SB Talks, Stanford Brown CEO Vincent O’Neill speaks with Chief Investment Officer Nick Ryder to discuss: • The Australian earnings reporting season including BHP’s profit results • The US rate outlook following the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium • Recent global Purchasing Manager business surveys • Upcoming data to watch including Nvidia’s quarterly results   Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/

In this episode of SB Talks, Stanford Brown CEO Vincent O’Neill speaks with Chief Investment Officer Nick Ryder to discuss:   What drove the volatile ride for global equity markets over the past week The Sahm rule recession indicator flashes red Unwind of the Japanese currency carry trade The outlook for local interest rates following the RBA’s latest decision   Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/    

In this episode of SB Talks, Stanford Brown CEO Vincent O’Neill speaks with Chief Investment Officer Nick Ryder to discuss: The potential impact of a second Trump presidency on trade and markets. Will the surge in AI investment generate a return? Why US small companies are back in favour. Our outlook for inflation and interest rates. Preview of Australian reporting season.

In this episode of Meet the Investor, Joey Mouracadeh sits down with Gracie Coburn, Portfolio Manager at Nuveen Real Estate, to discuss the nuances of real estate as an asset class. Understand the various types and geographies of real estate, what makes a sound real estate investment across different sectors, the potential impact of rising interest rates, the growing demand for data storage, the current state of office markets, and the issue of valuations.     Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this episode of SB Talks, Stanford Brown CEO Vincent O’Neill speaks with Author and Philanthropic Adviser Peter Winneke to discuss the role of a Philanthropic Adviser, the tax incentives of Philanthropy and asking the difficult question of 'How much is enough?'.  Peter also shares concepts from his book ‘Give While You Live’ - A Practical Guide to More and Better Giving in Australia.   For more information on Peter's book: https://www.peterwinneke.com.au/   Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this episode, Stanford Brown CEO Vincent O’Neill speaks with Chief Investment Officer Nick Ryder to discuss: Guzman y Gomez’s $3 billion hot initial public offering What’s driving the share prices of Australian banks? Europe’s Excessive Deficit Procedure Recent RBA, Bank of England and Swiss National Bank meetings The rise of NVIDIA to become the world’s most valuable company

In this episode, Stanford Brown CEO Vincent O’Neill speaks with Chief Investment Officer Nick Ryder to discuss:   Domestic GDP numbers showing weak economic growth. Rising unemployment, NAIRU and the interest rate outlook. The rise of Far-Right parties in European elections. How national sovereignty is driving demand for NVIDIA’s AI chips.     Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this episode, Stanford Brown CEO Vincent O’Neill speaks with Stanford Brown Investment Committee member and former RBA Governor Ian Macfarlane AC. We discuss: The current inflation picture for Australia and the United States. How best to assess underlying inflation? Are the recent higher inflation prints reflective of a new upward trend? Implications for interest rates short term and medium term. What impact will recent budget announcements have on monetary policy settings?   Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this episode of Meet the Investor, Joey Mouracadeh sits down with Anthony Todd, founder and CEO at Aspect Capital to discuss the systematic trading systems developed by him and his team. Understand how Anthony left the pioneers of systematic and quantitative trading AHL, with 2 of the founders of that business (the A and the L) to set up Aspect, how the firm, their team of quantitative traders and their computers generate systems to trade the markets, which markets they trade, and how they generate returns for investors.   Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  

Welcome back to a special edition of the SB Talks podcast. As we gear up for tonight’s Federal Budget CEO Vincent O’Neill is joined by CIO Nick Ryder to discuss their expectations and insights on upcoming fiscal policy changes. The pair cover the implementation of stage three tax cuts, anticipated cost of living measures and adjustments to HECS debt indexation and its implications for recent graduates. They also explore the ambitious $11 billion housing initiative aimed at constructing 1.2 million homes by 2030, along with insights into the Future Made in Australia Act and its substantial investments in renewable energy projects and technological advancements. Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Welcome back to a special edition of the SB Talks podcast! In today's episode, CEO Vincent O’Neill speaks with Chief Investment Officer Nick Ryder to explore Nick’s recent fixed income review and dissect the current economic landscape. Australia’s inflation numbers have come in hotter than expected, opening discussions as to whether the RBA is done with rate rises yet. Nick provides valuable insights into the factors driving inflation, the impact on interest rates, and the delicate balance between preserving economic growth and taming inflation. From high-quality government bonds to investment grade and high yield corporate credit, the recent fixed income review underscores the importance of different portfolio construction tools, such as government bonds, corporate credit, and both fixed and floating rate instruments to navigate evolving market conditions. Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative

In this episode of Meet the Investor, Joey Mouracadeh sits down with John Seo, founder and portfolio manager at Fermat Capital Management to uncover the world of catastrophe bonds. Drawing from decades of experience, John sheds light on Fermat’s journey from Wall Street to pioneering alternative investments. John elucidates on the inception of catastrophe bonds, their role in insurance markets, and Fermat's risk management strategies. From navigating natural disasters to addressing climate change impacts, John offers valuable insights into the evolving landscape of alternative investments. Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/