On Thursday, 12 February 2026, Treysta Wealth hosted “An Evening with Treysta Wealth” on the Lakeside Terrace at Home of the Arts (HOTA), Gold Coast. Set against a stunning waterfront backdrop, the evening offered drinks, canapés and thoughtful conversation. The discussion explored the forces shaping today’s fast-moving economy, including markets, interest rates, global events, financial trends, and technological change.
The conversation was led by Treysta Wealth Co-CEO Mark Nagle, alongside renowned industry experts and speakers Malcolm Palmer and Chris Robertson.
Expert Perspectives
The evening featured insights from Malcolm Palmer, Managing Partner at Joseph Palmer & Sons, and Chris Robertson, Head of Portfolio & Risk Management at Implemented Portfolios / Evidentia. Malcolm has over 35 years of experience observing markets through multiple cycles and is known for blending market insight with broader macro, geopolitical, and technological themes. Chris, with more than 35 years of global experience, helps families and businesses navigate uncertainty and market volatility, translating complex data into clear, practical perspectives on portfolios, investment strategy, and economic trends.
Together, Malcolm and Chris provided guests with insights into markets, interest rates, technological change, and the global economy, making the conversation thought-provoking, highly relevant, clear and practical, and at times, quite amusing.
Having Malcolm and Chris together for the event was a rare opportunity. Their insights and engaging style sparked stimulating discussion and enriched understanding of today’s financial landscape.
Key topics explored included:
- Market Dynamics and Mixed Signals: Why share markets can rise even as gold surges, and what this says about confidence, uncertainty, and long-term positioning.
- Interest Rates and Cost of Living: How current economic pressures affect households and businesses, and what may lie ahead.
- Interpreting Confusing Data: How to focus on structural drivers and long-term fundamentals amid seemingly contradictory economic numbers.
- Technology, AI and the Future: The impact of rapid technological change on industries, careers, and opportunities, and how to adapt strategically.
The evening concluded with a lively and entertaining Q&A session. Conversations continued over canapés and drinks, with attendees noting how the informal, conversational style made complex topics clear and engaging.
Take a look back at the evening in our highlights video, and enjoy a glimpse of the conversation and canapés by the water.
Events like this reflect Treysta Wealth’s commitment to education, transparency, and meaningful client engagement. In a world of constant change, understanding context and perspective is more valuable than ever.
Written by Mark Nagle, Co-CEO and Executive Director at Treysta Wealth
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