BlackRock has acquired Global Infrastructure Partners in an $18.6 billion deal while a series of people moves has seen head of Australasia, Andrew Landman, promoted to deputy head of Asia Pacific.

Multiple asset managers including Fidelity and VanEck will now be able to list and trade their spot bitcoin ETFs following the approval of the vehicle by the US Securities and Exchange Commission.

Ushering in a new chapter of growth, the Australian investment platform has announced a key internal appointment as its founder Matt Leibowitz transitions to the role of executive director.

The asset manager is bolstering its capabilities in the retirement space with the formation of a new team that will look into new retirement products and services.

The Australian fund manager has appointed Robert Hogg as group chief investment officer after an extensive market search, taking over the reins from Stephen Hiscock.

The asset manager has moved overweight duration for the first time in three years as it believes the rate hiking cycle has concluded, as well as moving overweight UK and European government bonds.