Magellan, AMP Capital downsize in the rain
Opinion

David Chaplin: Magellan, AMP Capital downsize in the rain

Two of the larger players in the Australasian funds' management scene have been experiencing shrinkage.

David Chaplin 16 Feb 2022
Regulators frown down on pumpers-and-dumpers
Opinion

David Chaplin: Regulators frown down on pumpers-and-dumpers

With the big end of town somewhat subdued, the regulators now face a much tougher policing job as financial misconduct – like finance itself – is increasingly 'democratised’.

David Chaplin 09 Feb 2022
Aussie money eyes Kiwi Wealth
Opinion

David Chaplin: Aussie money eyes Kiwi Wealth

There’s no doubt that Kiwi Wealth is a tempting takeover target for both local providers and the Australian managers lining up (allegedly) for the Goldman Sachs speed-dating calls. 

David Chaplin 02 Feb 2022
Apocalypse vs apathy – the case for panic attacks
Opinion

David Chaplin: Apocalypse vs apathy – the case for panic attacks

Predict a crash for long enough, and eventually, you'll be right. All the same, there's a lot of gloomy talk around at the moment.

David Chaplin 26 Jan 2022