Perhaps the assumption that markets are still anchored by predictable economic policies needs to be challenged. For the first time since the fall of the Berlin Wall, political volatility – once background noise – is potentially reshaping investment risk at a structural level.
Despite authorities taking their foot off the environmental, social and governance pedal and recent volatility in equities and bonds, the benefits of Artificial Intelligence and improved investor transparency are just beginning.
Financial services behind Lifeline
(Pictured: John Brogden)
The charity Lifeline is holding its 45th anniversary fund-raising dinner for the Sydney North Shore branch at Luna Park on August 31, with many financial services types booked to attend, including the Financial Services Council CEO, John Brogden, alongside NSW Premier Barry O’Farrell.
Lifeline, which helps prevent suicide for people in crisis, is one of a group of organizations which the investment management industry supports due to the increasing awareness of the impact of mental illness and suicide on society.
Entertainment for the night includes singers Deni Hines, Alex Gibson from The Voice, and cover band Wet Zelko. Master of Ceremonies is Paul Murray from Radio 2UE and Sky News.
Tickets are $150 each or $1,500 for a table of 10, available on: www.trybooking.com/48873
Information: Emma Bagley at [email protected].
