Anthony Kirkham, Head of Investment and Portfolio Manager for the Legg Mason Western Asset Australian Bond Fund, talks with Legg Mason’s Peter Cook about the new Australian fixed income landscape, the RBA’s inflation stance and how Western Asset is positioning the Australian Bond Fund. 

Total return investing puts little-to-no emphasis on portfolio income. But as yields fall, income consistency becomes increasingly important for investors looking to construct sustainable retirement portfolios. 

Pessimism surrounding the potential for a positive UK-EU trade deal may be unwarranted.