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Rate cuts don’t matter to these ‘fallen angel’ stock picks

At a Future Generation event, fund managers spotlighted ‘fallen angel’ stocks—Wix.com, A2 Milk, Fleetwood—saying their investments rely on earnings momentum and AI growth, not rate cuts.

Big hurdle needs to be cleared before interest rates can be cut

At a Future Generation shareholder event, Philip Lowe stressed that persistent services inflation—driven by wage‑productivity mismatches—must be resolved before the RBA can consider interest‑rate cuts.

Lowe: Politicians need to fix housing issues and tax

At a Future Generation event, ex‑RBA governor Philip Lowe urged policymakers to address housing tax distortions—like negative gearing and lack of capital gains tax—and rebalance tax settings (raise GST, reduce income/wealth taxes) to safeguard living standards.

Former RBA boss warns Australian living standards in firing line

At a Future Generation panel, ex‑RBA Governor Philip Lowe cautioned that without a meaningful lift in productivity—and reforms to the tax system—Australia’s living standards will stagnate, despite likely rate cuts.

Lowe sees ‘strong case’ for RBA board members to stay

At a Future Generation event, Philip Lowe argued that maintaining current RBA board members—appointed to set interest rates through 5-year terms—offers beneficial continuity amid elevated inflation, over wholesale replacement mid-cycle.

2fold: Take Stock with Zehrid Osmani

A pro bono fund manager for Future Generation Global, Zehrid explains why we’re still only at the foothills of AI’s potential; predicts that his top stock Nvidia could grow earnings by 30pc annualised over the...

2fold: Investing for impact, Episode 12 with Andrew Denton

Andrew Denton reflects on his most memorable interviews, advocacy with Go Gentle for end-of-life choice, personal mental health challenges, and relationships with families driving voluntary assisted dying reform, with humour throughout.

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Watch the earnings valuations on AI stocks and buy Ferrari: Osmani

At a Future Generation event, Zehrid Osmani (Martin Currie) emphasised AI “enablers” like Nvidia—valued on earnings upgrades—and celebrated Ferrari’s predictable pricing power and strong cash flow as a stable luxury-staple alternative.

Q&A with Zoe Black, Happy Paws Happy Hearts

Please enjoy this Q&A article with Zoe Black, CEO and co-founder of Happy Paws, Happy Hearts one of Future Generation Global's social impact partners.

Philip Lowe to become Chair of Future Generation Australia

Future Generation Australia (ASX: FGX) is delighted to announce that Dr Philip Lowe, Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) from 2016 to 2023 will become its new Chair following the company’s Annual General...

Philip Lowe lands gig in funds management

Former Reserve Bank of Australia governor Philip Lowe has been appointed to Geoff Wilson’s $470 million Future Generation Australia charitable funds management vehicle.

Philip Lowe scores gig with Future Generation Australia after RBA exit

Former RBA Governor Philip Lowe joined Future Generation Australia as Chair. This is his first role after the central bank, supporting FG’s model donating 1% of assets to youth charities.

Philip Lowe backs RBA’s caution on rate cuts

Former Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe has joined the chorus of voices warning that stubborn inflation could lead to interest rates staying higher for longer than many expect.

Future Generation Global and Future Generation Australia FY2023 Q&A Results Webinar – 6 March 2024

Please enjoy the recording of our Investor Webinar, held on Wednesday, 6 March 2024.

2fold: Take Stock with Matt Haupt

With more than +15 year's investment experience, Matt has a top-down investment approach to managing a portfolio of Australian-listed stocks across the S&P ASX 200.

Manufacturing rebound in sight: WAM Leaders

WAM Leaders’ Matthew Haupt, a pro bono fund manager for Future Generation, highlights signs of a global manufacturing rebound and opportunities in companies including Ansell, Brambles, Orora, Qube Holdings and WiseTech Global.