Video | Phil Strano, Head of Australian Credit Research, Yarra Capital Management
With volatility in equity markets, investors are rethinking their portfolio positioning. In this exclusive interview Phil discusses the role Australian multi-sector credit can play in achieving outperformance, the key dynamics driving tailwinds in the asset class and why investors should consider it as a great diversifier to Australian private credit, which has experienced rapid growth in recent years.
Watch the full interview which covers:
0:23 - How are interest rates and the recent tariff shocks impacting the relative value of Australian credit compared to offshore markets?
1:34 - Given the exponential growth in Australian private credit, what are the key risks investors need to consider?
3:37 - With investment-grade (IG) credit yields now offering returns comparable to long-term equity returns, how should investors think about balancing credit and equity allocations in the current environment?
4:45 - Why are multi-sector credit strategies considered optimal for achieving higher risk-adjusted returns, and what advantages do Australian credit markets specifically offer?
5:33 - As global equity valuations remain elevated and government bond curves steepen, what role does Australian investment-grade credit play in building a resilient portfolio?
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