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When quality isn’t enough: Active solutions for a changing world

Building resilient global equity portfolios with active funds

by Anthony Doyle, Chief Investment Strategist, Pinnacle Investment Management

  • ETFs that track the MSCI World ex Australia Quality Index are a popular way for investors seeking exposure to global companies with robust financials and stable earnings.
  • However, the index’s methodology is not without significant weaknesses.
  • This paper explores the structural flaws of the index and outlines how leading active strategies can serve as either alternatives or complements to a quality-focused allocation, ultimately supporting more resilient and adaptive global equity portfolios. 

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  •   3 July 2025
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