29 April 2026

CEOs expected to lead by example as trust rebounds in Australia

Giles Rafferty
All, Best Practice, Corp Comms, ESG, IR

GILES RAFFERY, Corporate Communications and Media Advisor. Australian trust in institutions has climbed back into neutral territory for the first time in years, yet beneath the surface, widening income gaps and a rising insular mindset present significant risks for businesses and investors alike. Overall Trust Improves—But Unevenly The 2026 Edelman Trust Barometer shows trust in […]

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30 March 2026

Evolution of Investor Days: Navigating the Era of AI-Driven Investment Analysis

Ben Rebbeck
All, Investor Days, IR

BEN REBBECK, Executive Director. The Australasian capital markets are currently navigating a period of structural transformation, catalysed by the rapid maturation of generative artificial intelligence and the increasing sophistication of quantitative investment strategies. In this environment, the “Investor Day”, historically the signature event of the investor relations (IR) calendar, has moved beyond its traditional role […]

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26 February 2026

Running Investor Days That Build Confidence

Victoria Geddes
All, Best Practice, Investor Days, IR

VICTORIA GEDDES, Executive Director. In a market defined by rapid information flow, algorithmic research, and heightened scrutiny of strategic credibility, companies need more than periodic reporting to win trust. That’s why Investor Days remain a valuable engagement tool for listed companies. A successful Investor Day is about helping investors understand how the business works, where […]

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30 January 2026

The IPO Market in 2025 – The Final Scorecard

SALONI SURI
All, Capital Raising, IPO, IR

SALONI SURI,  Shareholder Analytics. After several lean years for new listings, 2025 delivered a late‑cycle surge in IPO activity on the ASX, but with a very different profile to the pre‑pandemic boom. The market was dominated by smaller resources and real‑asset names, punctuated by a handful of very large transactions. Overall, there were 37 IPOs* […]

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28 November 2025

Activism, AI and ESG front of mind in 2025

Giles Rafferty
Activism, All, ESG, IR, media relations

GILES RAFFERTY, Corporate Communications and Media Advisor We may have never seen the like of it and there will be those who hope never to see the like of it again! The economic uncertainty created by Donald Trump’s on again/off again, imminent then postponed, severe then less so, tariffs has been an issue throughout 2025. […]

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