The last month has seen what might be called “green shoots” of an economic recovery in Australia, aided by an easing in cost of living pressures as inflation has retreated towards the RBA target band.
It is important to note that these encouraging signs are from a weak starting point – it is too early to be confident of a meaningful economic recovery, but it is encouraging to see some better news.
Private credit can avoid the volatility often seen in public markets for products such as bonds – which are extremely sensitive to interest rate movements and sentiment – instead, providing a predictable income stream based on the loan’s interest rate and duration.
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This sad wreck of a terrace house in Sydney’s Redfern, abandoned by its owner, then occupied by a squatter and, as a final insult, set on fire, was once labelled ‘Australia’s worst house’.
In summary, economic growth in the Australian economy remains weak, the unemployment rate is rising, wages growth is slowing and inflation is falling back towards the RBA’s 2 to 3 per cent target. The interest rate hikes since May 2022 are working.
The Zagga CRED Fund is now available for investment by wealth advisors in Japan, catering to the increasing demand among investors for alternatives that provide stable returns and serve as a hedge against market volatility. This expansion underscores Zagga’s commitment to offering its innovative investment solutions to a broader audience.
According to the non-bank lender, this “significant milestone” will assist a growing cohort of Japanese investors seeking exposure to Australian real estate private credit for its income-generating, diversification, and defensive characteristics.
Real estate private debt can offer unique benefits, for both investors and borrowers. For income-seeking investors, the offer of attractive, reliable and risk-mitigated returns backed by a tangible, real property asset can be a compelling investment case.
We would like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands, seas, and communities in which we provide our services. We would also like to pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging, and the continuing cultural influence they have on Australia.
Zagga Market Pty Limited (Australian Credit Licence 490904) ACN 611 662 401 acts as the Servicer of loans acting on behalf of the credit provider, Zagga Investments Pty Limited (AFSL 492354) ACN 615 154 786, trustee of the Zagga Investments Lending Trust
All portfolio numbers quoted correct as at 31 January 2025.
*Average investor return across the active portfolio as at 31 January 2025.
**Target return is after expenses and any applicable management fees for the year ending 30 June 2024. OCR = Australian Reserve Bank Official Cash Rate.
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