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HOCK LOCK SIEW

Is Keppel Reit’s deal Down Under a good move?

More than half of family offices see leverage as an important part of their investments, with about a quarter citing the topic as “strategic” in significance.

Family offices get ‘war chests’ for market swings, says Deutsche Bank

BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager reported adjusted earnings of US$1.91 billion, or US$11.55 per share, for the three months to Sep 30.

BlackRock’s assets hit record US$13.46 trillion on third-quarter markets rally

One kilogram gold bars stacked at the Perth Mint Refinery, operated by Gold Corp., in Perth, Australia, on Monday, Oct. 13, 2025. Golds advance has been underpinned by central-bank buying, rising holdings in exchange-traded funds, and rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve. Photographer: Matt Jelonek/Bloomberg
CIO CORNER

Gold’s sheen reflects uncertainty

You need to understand the business first, make your judgment, then use the checklist to confirm you haven’t missed anything crucial.
A SMART LOOK AT INVESTING

The successful investor’s checklist

Morningstar suggests the concept of "dynamic" withdrawals, where a retiree could adjust his withdrawals based on portfolio performance.
MIND THE GAP

New glidepath funds debut, but withdrawal rate in retirement remains a puzzle

Interest rates may trend lower near term, but there are substantial risks of much higher interest rates over the longer term.
SENSE & CENTS

Mega trends could drive more elevated interest rates over the longer term

The transaction implies a valuation of around US$11.5 billion for the whole of Oaktree, which has seen assets under management surge by 75 per cent since Brookfield bought a stake six years ago.

Brookfield to acquire remaining Oaktree stake for US$3 billion

Female-led businesses are often more likely to prioritise their social impact.

Women wielding US$365 billion lead boom in ‘sideways’ succession

Charles Emond, president and chief executive of La Caisse, says the pension investment firm's new climate strategy will raise its commitment from the current level of C$158 billion to C$400 billion by 2030.

Canadian pension fund CDPQ gears up to invest S$13.9 billion in Asia-Pacific

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