QIC QPod

Is AI promising more than it will actually deliver? What are the real implications to the workplace and workforces of the future? QIC's Chief Economist Matthew Peter sits down with our Head of Long Term Diversified Fund & Sustainability James Esland to talk all things AI.

Take10 is back for 2025 just as Donald Trump is back in the White House. What does the new administration and ongoing global conflict mean for interest rates around the world?

In our fifth episode of our Innovation in Infrastructure podcast series, QIC's Matt David chats with the Port of Brisbane's Head of Sustainability, Craig Wilson, and Manager Port Operations, Damien Garske about a pioneering vessel management system to reduce the port's emissions – aptly named ‘Project Green Button'. This innovative trial technology has been developed by Port of Brisbane in collaboration with Seaport OPX to reduce scope 3 carbon emissions through efficient vessel operation. Like many ports, at the Port of Brisbane more than 50 per cent of its scope 3 emissions are comprised of shipping emissions from the movement of over 2,800 commercial vessels annually through its nearly 90km shipping channel. The Port of Brisbane and DHI Seaport (Seaport OPX) recently won the Environmental Award at the Daily Cargo News 2024 Australia Shipping & Maritime Industry Awards for this innovation. Listen to the podcast to find out the remarkable results during the trial phase and the strong support it's receiving.

With the differential between bond and equity returns narrowing and overall implied returns falling, heightened volatility is expected to stick around in the new year. Investment Director Andrew Whittaker joins Dr Matthew Peter to talk the retooling of QIC's tactical asset allocation program and capturing opportunities for multi asset portfolios in 2025. It's Take 10, and it's out now.

While we wait for interest rates to find their new long-run level, how can asset allocators be maximising risk-return trade-offs? Investment Director Matthew Zweifel joins Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter to talk portfolio tweaks in the return of a long-term neutral risk stance.

With promises of tax cuts and tariff hikes, where will a second Trump presidency leave the US economy and global markets?

QIC State CIO Allison Hill unpacks a suitcase full of insights from her latest travels around Europe and North America, including what global funds managers are making of inflation, risk appetites, valuations, AI and electrification.

It's been sold as a Budget designed to reduce inflation, but what does economic modelling tell us about the impact of energy rebates on disposable income, and will this sway the RBA? QIC's Senior Economist Lynda Bourke is back for Take 10's Budget breakdown, joining Dr Matthew Peter to discuss government spending and the latest labour market data.

It's thought of as an economist's Christmas, but as the Federal Budget looms and Treasurer Jim Chalmers checks his list twice, will cautious spending be the spirit of this inflation season? Take 10's Dr Matthew Peter is joined by QIC's Senior Economist Lynda Bourke to preview the Albanese Government's third Budget, where the cash will be splashed and whether another surplus is on the cards.

In our fourth episode of our Innovation in Infrastructure Podcast series, QIC's Thierry Cojan chats with Brussels Airport Company's Chief Strategy Officer, Hubert Flahaux, and Jetpak.AI's Co-Founder and Chief Scientist Gautier Krings to discuss data science in the context of airports. Jetpack.AI was acquired last year by Brussels Airport in their drive to promote data science in everyday airport operations. You will hear how Jetpak.AI is able to analyse the airport's wealth of data to help guide strategy and decision making, including assisting in improving passenger processing times and capital allocations, following recent changes to EU border processing rules. Utilising data science has enormous potential for Brussels Airport which in 2023 welcomed 22.2 million passengers, transported 701,000 tonnes of cargo through the airport, has direct connections to 220 destinations across 72 airlines and is home to over 260 businesses.

QIC's Head of Private Debt Simon La Greca is in the Take 10 hot seat with a Private Debt 101 for Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter this week. How do we manage default risk? How are interest rates impacting returns? Where are the greatest opportunities? Tune in to find out.

The latest labour market data suggests employment is slowly shifting to a more sustainable trend, but is it enough to keep rate cuts on the table in 2024? Join QIC's Allison Hill and Dr Matthew Peter for more on when a sharp fall in jobs growth is expected and where the unemployment rate will land, as well as how China has managed to dig itself out of the property market malaise. It's Take 10, and it's out now.

Market reaction to the 10 basis point jump in US CPI suggests a growing acceptance of a higher for longer environment. If we are seeing a last gasp growth spurt from the US economy, are we then faced with a lengthy period of below trend growth? QIC's Allison Hill and Dr Matthew Peter discuss whether nominal and real bond yields are appropriately priced, equity market valuations and implications for the global outlook.

Over the coming couple of decades, which countries are most likely to be suppliers of financial capital to the global economy, and which countries are most likely be competing for those funds? Allison Hill and Dr Matthew Peter discuss QIC's latest demographic projections research and the impact population, ageing and economic growth rates will have on the global investment landscape.

It's the end of an era for the Bank of Japan, raising borrowing costs for the first time since 2007. Will history reflect on the negative and zero rates experiment as a failure or success, and what are the learnings for asset allocators? QIC's Allison Hill and Dr Matthew Peter look back on the week of central bank decisions and their impacts to the economic outlook.

QPod Take 10: The history – and future – of Australia's investment ties with Asia by QIC

From the latest inflation data weighing on central bank decisionmakers to the bumper earnings season for tech and AI, State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter bring you up to speed on the shifts in markets and economics in this week's Take 10.

The recent rally in US equities has further stretched valuations, placing increased pressure on actual economic performance - rather than earnings expectations - to deliver much more than most commentators expect over the next six months. Is there still a clear path for a soft landing in the US? Join Allison Hill and Dr Matthew Peter for all the latest insights in Take 10.

In this special edition of QPod, QIC's General Manager of Capital Solutions, Katrina King, sits down with Climate and Environment Lead, Sebastian Thomas, to discuss his participation in the Investor Group on Climate Change's COP28 panel, ‘Mobilising climate investment in emerging markets', the opportunities that exist for Australia to foster mutually beneficial partnerships with our regional neighbours as we seek to decarbonise over the coming years, and the role that institutional investors can play in this journey.

It's the final Take Ten for 2023, and that calls for some crystal ball gazing. Beyond headline issues of inflation and interest rates, what should institutional investors be watching out for in the new year? Find out by joining State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter for Take Ten now.

There's growing confidence on the bond markets that the inflation genie is back in the bottle, with cuts priced in for the US as soon as May. But are they right? Take Ten with State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter for all the insights, including the ongoing case for Private Debt and what brings Dr Peter to Singapore.

What are the asset transaction markets telling us about the state of Australian real estate valuations? What are the indicators to watch for signs of stabilisation and recovery? QIC's Katrina King joins State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill to discuss her latest research on retail real estate. Find out more in this week's Take Ten.

At 1.3%, the latest quarterly wages growth shows the fastest rate in 25 years. Coupled with a cracking employment result, are concerns the labour market is running too hot justified? Plus - could we see the Aussie dollar crack USD70 cents next year? State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter bring you all the answers in this week's Take Ten.

Following the Cup Day hike, the RBA has retained a slight tightening bias as markets abandon any hopes of a rate cut in 2024. Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter explains what we need to see from key datapoints to regain some optimism, while State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill looks at slowing real sales growth in the US.

An ambiguous change in the Bank of Japan's yield curve control policy saw the Yen plummet last week. But if other central banks have reached the top of their tightening cycles, will this give Japan - and Australia - some breathing space? Find out in this week's Take Ten with State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter.

Michele Bullock faces her first big test on monetary policy, but if the RBA boss hadn't already paved the way for a rate hike, the latest CPI outturn certainly seals the deal. In this week's Take Ten, Allison Hill and Dr Matthew Peter explain why momentum in inflation has swung against us.

Surprisingly strong US retail sales data pushed further momentum into bond yields this week. But with no material movement on equities, what is offsetting this impact of higher yields? In the latest Take 10, State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Matthew Peter discuss the forward indicators and datapoints we should be keeping an eye on.

Conflict on the Gaza Strip, stalling inflation in the US and rumours of government stimulus in China have meant a busy week on the financial markets. State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill is back alongside Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter to bring you all the latest insights in this week's Take Ten.

QIC's Head of Natural Climate Solutions, Andrew Saunders, chats with CEO of Accounting for Nature, Dr. Adrian Ward, about why it is vital to measure the impact and influence a business or operation has on an environment with integrity, precision and transparency.

QIC's Head of Natural Capital, Tom Murphy sits down with Geoff Murell, Managing Director of Packhorse Pastoral Company, to discuss regenerative agriculture and how it has evolved to become a critical component of a Natural Capital platform.

Yields on US and Australian 10-year bonds are up over 0.5 ppt in just under a month, but have they gone too far? Principal Economist Drew Klease and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter bring you all the insights on the bond market rout, Michelle Bullock's first RBA call and the pressure building abroad for rates to go even higher. It's Take Ten, and it's out now.

Asset classes around the world are moving towards decarbonisation and net zero targets, and the bond market is no exception. In this episode, QIC's Director of Fixed Income Strategy, Marayka Ward, and General Manager of ESG, Alison Ewings, discuss the role of the bond market in supporting decarbonisation, and how collaborative engagement with sovereign bond issuers can help drive the transition to net zero.

As the European equities market faces capital availability constraints, what flow-on effects are being seen on the deal activity front? QIC Private Equity's Head of Europe Rune Jepsen shares his local insights and thoughts on energy transition opportunities with Allison Hill in this week's Take Ten.

In a world of higher inflation, equity bond correlations and interest rate volatility, what role should bonds, currency or even tail hedging play in a multi-asset portfolio? Investment Director Andrew Whittaker shares his insights with State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill in this week's Take Ten.

QIC's Senior Fixed Income Strategist Katie Hill is in the Take Ten hot seat, navigating through a week of rate decisions, bond market movements and a currency slump in Japan with State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill.

Eyewatering debt levels and consumer spending slowing to just 2.5% has put China's economy in a perilous position, but are comparisons to Japan's Lost Decades on the money? State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter discuss the path forward and impacts for Australia in this week's Take Ten.

State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter deep dive into the evolving landscape of AI, overvalued US equities, and predicted economic growth slowdown in the latest Take 10.

State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter deep dive into the evolving landscape of AI, overvalued US equities, and predicted economic growth slowdown in the latest Take 10.

Weaker than expected wage and labour market data suggest interest rates and inflation are finally taking their toll, but is it enough to put the RBA well-and-truly on ‘pause' mode? State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter ask “Are we there yet?” in the latest Take Ten.

Pandemic lockdowns were the ultimate disruptor for office space demand, but is strong white collar employment growth offsetting the new normal of hybrid work models? State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill quizzes Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter on his latest research in this week's Take Ten, available now on SoundCloud and Spotify.

State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter discuss "where to from here" - are we at the peak of rate rises, and how will the US earnings' season performance data affect market confidence? Find out in this week's episode of Take10.

State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter dig through the week of CPI data, Fed and ECB decisions and the US earnings season ahead of the all-important RBA meeting next week. Is another pause on the cards? Find out on this week's episode of Take10.

Hopes of a reopening resurgence are fading with the latest GDP data showing China has lost significant momentum after periods of lockdown. Can the standard playbook of increasing infrastructure spending and support to the property market turn the tepid rebound around? Join State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter to find out in this week's Take Ten, available now on SoundCloud and Spotify:

Philip Lowe's time is up with Treasurer Jim Chalmers ending months of speculation, appointing Michele Bullock to the RBA's top job. But was an internal hire the right call? Plus - State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter discuss the latest market concerns about productivity, wages growth and inflation.

With the FY2022-23 now behind us, early indications show strong returns across the board for Australian superannuation funds; a welcome sign from the volatility of the previous year. This week, State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter discuss the Financial Year that was with a look-ahead to the next RBA meeting and the possibility of another rate hike.

Forecasts of stagnant growth and shrinking economies proved amiss for the financial year that was with a global turnaround largely outperforming expectations. This week, the crystal ball comes out as State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter share their predictions for FY2023-24. Tune in to Take Ten, available now on SoundCloud and Spotify.

Fresh from a jam-packed investor round-up across Asia, QIC Managing Director of Clients and Business Development Ryan Gordon is in the hot seat with Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter. Tune in as Ryan shares on the ground insights into sentiment, thematics and how Australia is well-placed to secure capital from our closest neighbours. It's Take Ten, and it's out now on SoundCloud and Spotify.

Considering the current direction of Central Bank policy and the prospect of future rate hikes still well and truly on the table, will there be any relief for mortgage holders over the next two months? Join State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter for this week's Take Ten

The RBA is up on the wire juggling wage growth, productivity, profit pressures and unit labour costs. Without a safety net, will one wrong step plummet Australia into a wage/price spiral and a thud onto the pavement of recession? Join State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter for this week's Take Ten now on SoundCloud and Spotify.

Quarterly wage data has come in under expectations; the labour market is softening, as is consumer spending. Higher interest rates are certainly doing their job, so can we expect another hike or hold next week? QIC State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter break down the data weighing on the RBA in this week's Take Ten, available now on SoundCloud and Spotify.

Congress may be closing in on a solution to the US debt ceiling, but even in a best-case scenario, where will the cuts fall? What impacts are likely for institutional investors to consider? State Chief Investment Officer Allison Hill and Chief Economist Dr Matthew Peter have all the answers in this week's Take Ten, available now on Spotify and SoundCloud.