Quality, small caps and emerging markets are well placed for future gains but a rise in bond yields could see share markets drop

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With a soft economic landing fully priced into equity and credit markets, any sign that interest rates could stay higher for longer on unexpectedly strong economic growth could push up... Read more continue reading

Cost remains the number one barrier preventing everyday Australians with advice gaps from getting professional assistance

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Amid a backdrop labelled ‘worst cost of living crisis in decades’, cost remains the No 1 barrier preventing everyday Australians with advice gaps from getting professional assistance 3 million Australians... Read more continue reading

Zenith upgrades Prime Value small cap fund to Highly Recommended

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The Prime Value Emerging Opportunities Fund Class A, and newly created Class B, have been upgraded to a Highly Recommended rating by research house Zenith Investment Partners. The Prime Value... Read more continue reading

Vacancy rate records another new low as tenant competition eases

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Domain’s latest Vacancy Rates Report February 2024 reveals that the national vacancy rate has reached an all-time low of 0.7% in February. This drop is driven by ongoing factors, including rapid population growth,... Read more continue reading

La Trobe Financial assessed “Superior” by leading independent research house

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La Trobe Financial, Australia’s leading alternative asset manager, is pleased to confirm that its “Superior” operational capability has been affirmed by the highly-regarded Foresight Analytics. La Trobe Financial’s Chief Investment... Read more continue reading

Inaugural Franklin Templeton Institute Global Investment Management survey uncovers predictions on interest rates, inflation, equity market growth and more

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The inaugural Franklin Templeton Institute Global Investment Management Survey reports that the U.S. Federal Reserve will deliver four interest rate cuts this year, in line with the four cuts predicted... Read more continue reading

RAM Private Credit Income Fund achieves “Superior” rating from SQM Research

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RAM is pleased to announce that its RAM Private Credit Income Fund (the “Fund”) has achieved a “Superior” rating from SQM Research, making it suitable for inclusion on most Approved... Read more continue reading

SuitabilityHub releases its 2024 Platform Market Wrap

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Investment platforms used by financial advisers have ramped up functionality and pricing innovation in their bid to deliver better client outcomes and win market share, according to the 2024 Platform... Read more continue reading

Investment Trends releases 2023 Platform Benchmarking and Competitive Analysis Report

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The Investment Trends 2023 Platform Benchmarking Report showcases the significant enhancements made by investment platforms in 2023 to support advisers in the provision of advice to clients, as well as... Read more continue reading

HOPE Housing receives first of its kind fund rating

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HOPE Housing Fund Management Ltd (HOPE), the co-investment fund manager supporting essential workers to buy their own homes, has received an Australia-first rating from research and managed fund ratings house Evergreen Ratings. ... Read more continue reading