Australian funds distribution firm Continental Funds Group today announces their formal unveiling to the market following a rapid period of growth and new partnerships with specialist global and domestic funds.
Led by Founder and Managing Director Angus Coote, alongside a team of three experienced distribution professionals, Continental Funds Group was established to bring high quality, institutional-style investment offerings to the wholesale market. The firm seeks to address a significant gap for sophisticated investors seeking global diversification and improved long-term outcomes.
“It was the right time. We’re seeing a clear shift in portfolio construction priorities − advisers are looking for strategies that can deliver more consistent outcomes and help navigate the volatility in public markets. Our role is to identify, represent, and support high quality investment managers who can help investors achieve that balance between risk and return.” says Coote.
Although a new entrant, Continental draws on decades of experience and a deep network of trusted client relationships. With two high-quality managers already on its roster – US-based NZS Capital and Australian manager LSN Capital Partners – Continental is focused on supporting advisers in building portfolios that are better aligned with today’s evolving risk environment. The firm plans to add three to four more top-tier offshore investors over the next year.
“Our primary goal is to demonstrate what ‘setting the standard for excellence’ looks like in practice,” said Coote. “This is just the beginning. Continental is committed to building a foundation of prosperity for our clients and partners by providing access to the best global opportunities, previously limited to institutional investors.” says Coote.
Sharing the vision for Continental is the team at Channel Capital, a strategic partner providing strong governance, operational oversight, and scalable infrastructure to support Continental’s capabilities while maintaining its independent edge.
Glen Holding, Managing Director at Channel Capital, says of the partnership “After working with Angus for the past decade, we know he leads with a thoughtful, client-first approach. With the experience he and his team bring to Continental, we see real potential to offer investors new opportunities, supported by insight and service that can genuinely make a difference.”
Holding serves as a non-executive director on the Continental Funds Group board, while Coote remains actively involved with the government bond manager he co-founded, serving as Chairman of Jamieson Coote Bonds.
