The Portfolio Pie, Reimagined

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27 min listen
September 12, 2025

In this episode
Globally, investors are rethinking the “pie chart” of traditional asset allocation. Many are adopting the total portfolio approach (TPA) — a holistic way of assessing how every investment contributes to the risk and return of the entire portfolio. This episode explores how that shift is unfolding in Asia-Pacific.

We discuss: 

  • Why some institutions are embracing TPA while others remain cautious 
  • The cultural challenges of breaking down investment silos 
  • How climate goals and AI are reshaping portfolio decisions 
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Ian Patrick, CIO, Australia Retirement Trust

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