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The optimism that powered markets into the start of 2025 has given way to a more sobering reality. Since mid-February, markets have been on the back foot, weighed down by President Trump’s aggressive trade policies and mounting signs of economic fragility. After an initial honeymoon period following his re-election, investors are now grappling with the practical implications of his tariff-heavy agenda, as well as the growing cracks in the US economy.
ReadAs the need for ESG practices and regulation grows across the Australian financial services industry, Dugald Higgins, Head of Responsible Investment and Sustainability at Zenith shares his insights and commentary as the ESG landscapes evolves. With continued growth and change anticipated within the ESG space, Dug breaks down what this means for investors, advisers, and businesses.
AdvDipRurBusMgt, BBus & AAICD
Dugald is Head of Responsible Investment & Sustainability for the broader Zenith Group. He has overall responsibility for the development and incorporation of key services across Zenith's and Chant West's investment and super fund research, portfolio solutions and corporate divisions regarding responsible investment practices, including the Group's own activities as a corporate citizen. He is also Chair of the Group's Responsible Investment Committee.
Dugald has spent more than 20 years in the investment research industry and has expertise across a wide range of asset classes and investment structures. Before joining Zenith, Dugald held a range of senior fund research roles with Property Investment Research and Adviser Edge, focusing on real estate and natural resources.
