Little Black Book of Industry

Franklin Templeton has launched two new active ETFs on the ASX, the Franklin Global Systematic Equity Fund Active ETF (FGSE) and the Western Asset Enhanced Income Fund Active ETF (FEIF).

A recent survey by Stamford Capital found major banks are returning to construction lending compared to 2023 when most banks chose to sit on the sidelines.

Janus Henderson is continuing to strengthen its presence in private markets across Europe with the acquisition of a $2 billion private markets investment manager in Germany.

BlackRock is set to expand its Australian ETF range with the launch of the iShares World Equity High Income Complex ETF (ASX: WYNC), an actively managed strategy targeting investors seeking both income and broad global equity exposure.