Opinion & Commentary

The ASX Small Cap Takeover Revival, Why Private Equity Is Looking Down Market Again

For much of the past two years, Australia’s small cap market has traded as though corporate activity were an afterthought. Liquidity has remained thin, valuation…

Daniel Whittleston
12 Min Read

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Further Analysis & Commentary

Stripe’s PayPal Acquisition: Why Fintech Investors Are Watching Closely

Stripe’s reported attempt to acquire PayPal has quickly become one of the most significant potential deals in global fintech. The…

Australia’s Per Capita Recession: What It Means for Investors

Australia may have avoided a technical recession, but that distinction is becoming increasingly meaningless for many households and businesses. While…

This Month in Venture Capital

Venture capital in 2026 is no longer defined by whether funding is available. Instead, the market has become increasingly selective,…

Australia’s Housing Market Is Cooling, but How Much Is the Budget Really to Blame?

Australia's housing market enters a new phase Australia's housing market has clearly entered a cooling phase, and the timing has…

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