Regulation

Fibre is frequently referred to as the fourth utility. But spiralling costs and increasing competition are creating real challenges for fibre-to-the-home providers.

Regardless of whether Harris or Trump wins the upcoming election, the outlook for US infrastructure is broadly positive.

Kate Kendall, Ofwat’s interim senior director of major projects, talks about the challenges of rebuilding investor confidence in the shadow of Thames Water.

The proposed merger comes as Australia’s superannuation assets approach the A$4trn mark.

COO Ted Frith says probable political tailwinds and discounted CPI-linked assets should prompt investments.

ASIC has expanded its strategic priorities to include ‘consistency and transparency across markets’, which will include scrutiny of private investments.

An independent review has recommended a new tolling regime – and has called for the government to legislate changes if investors aren’t able to negotiate an agreement.

Regulators must provide a supportive environment for funds to make independent investment decisions that can support the country’s economy, says Mary Delahunty, CEO of one of Australia’s largest lobby groups for superfunds.

Partner Thomas Liu explains why Actis invests through its RE and infra units, with the latter playing a key role in sourcing clean energy for power-hungry data centres.