RBA Rate Hike and the AUD The Reserve Bank of Australia increased the cash rate this week, a move that was widely expected. As of 3 February, Australian markets are pricing one to two further 0.25% rate hikes by year-end, while the U.S. market is increasingly pricing additional rate cuts by the Fed. This has … RBA Rate Hike – What’s Changed & What Hasn’t
AZ Sestante is pleased to announce the appointment of Vilma Attanasio as Director of Sales & Distribution. Vilma brings extensive experience across financial services, including leadership roles in insurance, wealth management and investment platforms. She has a proven track record in national distribution strategies, strengthening intermediary and licensee partnerships, and delivering strong commercial growth across … AZ Sestante appoints Vilma Attanasio as Director of Sales & Distribution
The November edition of our 5-in-5 monthly video update with Antonio Vaiente and Mitchell Healey, discussing key highlights in the macroeconomic environment for the month and trends that may impact your investment portfolios. View the video
The November edition of our 5-in-5 monthly video update with Antonio Vaiente and Mitchell Healey, discussing key highlights in the macroeconomic environment for the month and trends that may impact your investment portfolios. View the video
The October edition of our 5-in-5 monthly video update with Antonio Vaiente and Mitchell Healey, discussing key highlights in the macroeconomic environment for the month and trends that may impact your investment portfolios. View the video
The September edition of our 5-in-5 monthly video update with Antonio Vaiente and Mitchell Healey, discussing key highlights in the macroeconomic environment for the month and trends that may impact your investment portfolios. View the video
The August edition of our 5-in-5 monthly video update with Antonio Vaiente and Mitchell Healey, discussing key highlights in the macroeconomic environment for the month and trends that may impact your investment portfolios. View the video
Financial year in review: 1 July 2024 – 30 June 2025 The 2024–25 financial year was marked by rapidly shifting macroeconomic conditions, central bank pivots, political transitions, and significant volatility across asset classes. Despite multiple headwinds, most major markets delivered positive returns over the full year, though with clear regional and sectoral divergences. Q3 2024: … Financial year in review: 1 July 2024 – 30 June 2025
The July edition of our 5-in-5 monthly video update with Antonio Vaiente and Mitchell Healey, discussing key highlights in the macroeconomic environment for the month and trends that may impact your investment portfolios. View the video
The June edition of our 5-in-5 monthly video update with Antonio Vaiente and Mitchell Healey, discussing key highlights in the macroeconomic environment for the month and trends that may impact your investment portfolios. View the video
Proposed US Tax Changes Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” a comprehensive tax and spending package, narrowly passed the U.S. House of Representatives on May 22, 2025, with a 215-214 vote. This legislation, a cornerstone of Trump’s second term, aims to extend and expand provisions from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), … Proposed US Tax Changes
The May edition of our 5-in-5 monthly video update with Antonio Vaiente and Mitchell Healey, discussing key highlights in the macroeconomic environment for the month and trends that may impact your investment portfolios. View the video
Welcome to the second edition of our 5-in-5 monthly video update with Antonio Vaiente and Mitchell Healey, discussing key highlights in the macroeconomic environment for the month and trends that may impact your investment portfolios. View the video
Investment research, ratings and asset consulting firm, Lonsec, has awarded investment consultant, AZ Sestante, a ‘Recommending’ rating for the Azimut Investments High Conviction Global Equities Separately Managed Account (SMA). The SMA, which was previously rated investment grade, invests in a concentrated portfolio of 15-35 global stocks and aims to outperform the MSCI World ex-Australia Index … Press Release: Azimut High Conviction SMA Awarded Recommended Rating by Lonsec
We’re pleased to announce that the five signature Sestante Dynamic Portfolios are now available on the AMP North platform, making access easier for advisers who have requested North as a new platform for us. > Sestante Dynamic Conservative Portfolio on AMP North (NTH0539), estimated total cost per platform disclosure document: 0.6282% p.a. > Sestante Dynamic … Sestante Dynamic Portfolios now available on the North platform