Forbes in Focus with Chris Andrews
Our CEO, Chris Andrews, recently joined Forbes Editor-in-Chief Sarah O’Carroll for Forbes In Focus – The Business of Conviction series.
Live on ASX: La Trobe Financial Private Credit Fund (ASX:LF1)
La Trobe Financial is pleased to announce that the La Trobe Private Credit Fund (ASX: LF1) is now available on the ASX.
CEO Chris Andrews AFR Chanticleer Feature
Our CEO, Chris Andrews, featured in The Australian Financial Review’s Chanticleer, sharing our long-term strategy to grow AUM from $20 billion to $55 billion by 2030.
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Focus on the Signal, Not the Noise…
The United States and all its news, culture, entertainment, politics and business influences are never far from everyday life in Australia. From Black Friday sales and trick-or-treating on Halloween to nuclear-powered submarines and Netflix binges, American and Australian lives are deeply intertwined.
Why Economic Data Suggests a Sensible Dose of Caution
It’s been a blockbuster month for economic data in Australia. The key takeaway? Cautious optimism remains the most sensible stance. While it would be nice to drop the “cautious” and lean fully into optimism, risks still linger.
Transparency: What It Means and Why It Matters
In asset management, there’s really only one product on the shelf: investment performance. And the old saying, “what’s on the label should match what’s in the tin,” couldn’t be more relevant. It speaks to the importance of transparency, honesty, and consistency—qualities every investor should expect from their manager.
Productivity: Australia’s New National Obsession
Australia’s long-standing obsession with property is shifting. Productivity is now front and centre, and it’s not just an economic talking point, it’s a national challenge. In this article, our CEO Chris Andrews shares insights on why productivity is now central to Australia’s economic outlook.
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True Asset Quality Emerges in Adversity
In this update, we look at the late 1980s and the pivotal decision of La Trobe Financial to enter retail asset management at that moment. The question of when a manager began a strategy, and why, matters. Because for those of us who have been around long enough, you’ll recognise that there’s nothing new under the sun.
Growth Brings Responsibility – We’re Here for the Challenge
Every so often, pivotal moments occur that shift a company or sector. Back in 1952, La Trobe Financial was founded when institutional investment was sourced to provide loans to returned servicemen to purchase a home. These were high quality borrowers who could demonstrate employment or running a successful business but were falling short on strict bank guidelines relating to continuity of income or level of savings.
Why Durability Matters in Private Credit
In today’s evolving private credit landscape, financial advisers are navigating a wave of new products, platforms, and providers. As banks retreat from traditional lending, non-bank lenders and asset management firms have stepped in, offering investors access to attractive yield opportunities. But with growth comes complexity, the potential of volatility, and a whole range of other considerations.
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