For more than 14 years, Magellan has invested in Mastercard — one of the world’s largest global payment networks. In this episode of Magellan In the Know, Magellan’s Portfolio Manager of Core Global and Core ESG, Elisa Di Marco, is joined by Mastercard’s Head of Investor Relations, Devin Corr, for an exploration of Mastercard’s competitive advantages and innovations in payments. Devin explains how that by embracing diverse revenue streams across its network, many of which work quietly in the background, Mastercard has reached $9 trillion in global payments volume, and discusses how it intends ..read more

It’s a fascinating time in the semiconductor chip market. Thanks to the proliferation of devices, and even cars, that are heavily dependent on chip availability, and geopolitical trends that may impact supply, chips are under a global spotlight. In this episode of Magellan — In the Know, Head of Global Equities and Portfolio Manager Arvid Streimann discusses the semiconductor chip ecosystem with Investment Analysts Adrian Lu and Dom Facchin. They explore the critical role chips play as the building blocks of innovation, driving structural growth in areas like artificial intelligence, electrifi ..read more

In this special 15 minute episode of Magellan In The Know, Portfolio Manager Nikki Thomas is joined by Investment Analyst Wilson Nghe, providing an update on GLP-1 following our recent episode on the weight loss wonder drug. Recently returned from the US, Wilson spoke with commercial players and policy makers on how they will approach reimbursements, which could be one of the biggest drivers to accelerate demand. They also discuss the future of care delivery in the US healthcare system.    Listen below to the full episode Ep. 40 The weight loss drug shaping-up as a gamechanger ..read more

In this episode of Magellan In The Know, we revisit highlights of two of the most impressive and important of our infrastructure investments: American Water Works, the largest publicly traded US water and waste water utility company, and North America’s premier energy infrastructure company, Sempra. Magellan Portfolio Manager Jowell Amores speaks with American Water’s President and CEO, Susan Hardwick, and Sempra Chairman and CEO Jeff Martin, in an insightful discussion about their strategies for providing attractive and consistent returns. Listen below to the full interviews with American Wat ..read more

The world is awash with news that a drug designed to treat type 2 diabetes has also been approved to help achieve weight loss. Glucagon-like peptide 1 — or GLP-1 — is considered by some as a wonder drug and a new weapon in the public health battle against obesity. But what are the wider implications for the investment world? In this episode of Magellan In The Know, Portfolio Manager Nikki Thomas is joined by three Magellan Investment Analysts: Emma Henderson, Wilson Nghe and Tracey Wahlberg. Together they discuss the investment landscape surrounding GLP-1, looking at the pitfalls and potential ..read more

How should investors think about recent events in Israel, and what impact does this have on Ukraine and Taiwan? In this fascinating episode of Magellan In The Know, former Acting Director of the Central Intelligence Agency, Michael Morell talks about the potential impact on markets with Magellan Portfolio Manager and Head of Macro, Arvid Streimann. They also discuss how investment and national security professionals make decisions when facing uncertainty ..read more

A country boy who studied at West Point to become a US Army helicopter pilot, Sempra chairman and CEO Jeff Martin now commands a Fortune 500 company with US$79 billion of energy infrastructure assets. By developing a hyper-aligned, high-performing culture to capitalise on some of the fastest growing economies, he has led Sempra to become North America’s premier energy infrastructure company. In this episode of Magellan in the Know, Portfolio Manager Jowell Amores discusses Jeff Martin’s personal journey it’s imprints on Sempra’s culture, and how he’s developed this major company into an invest ..read more

It’s one of Magellan’s oldest and most dependable investments, and the extraordinarily diverse Nestlé company, with its enormous stakeholder base, has risen to the challenge of the new sustainability regime. In this episode, Magellan’s Portfolio Manager Elisa Di Marco, and Investment Analyst, Tracey Wahlberg discuss how environmental values are driving corporate culture with Rob Cameron, Nestlé’s Global Head of Public Affairs. They talk through the company’s net zero approach, and its commitment in leading its supply chain to embrace regenerative agriculture, recycling, packaging innovation an ..read more

It may be a disruptive success, but the on-demand video streaming sector has had its own challenges recently. In this episode, Magellan’s Portfolio Manager Arvid Streimann and Magellan Sector Head of Finance and Technology Ryan Joyce go behind the screens to take an in-depth look at the history and current state of streaming services, the importance of scale, Hollywood strikes, and regulation. They also reveal how one of the industry leaders, Netflix, has adapted its strategy and is likely to benefit from its recent crackdown on password sharing ..read more

It’s the American version of Bunnings, but much bigger. Lowe’s isn’t only a good business investment, it’s a good business full stop, thanks to its proud and honourable commitment to sustainability - from its supply chains to its customers. In this episode, Magellan Investment Analyst Tracey Wahlberg and Magellan’s Head of ESG Amy Krizanovic, are joined by the Lowe’s Vice President of Corporate Sustainability, Chris Cassell, to discuss the company’s sustainability strategy and how it aligns with financial drivers. They delve into the firm’s materiality assessment, engagement with employees, pr ..read more