Super changes from 1 July 2022

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Superannuation is a tax effective and important retirement savings tool. The new financial year heralded a raft of changes to existing superannuation rules. This article, proudly sponsored by Russell Investments,... Read more continue reading

CFS helps members keep their eyes on the big picture

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Australian wealth management group Colonial First State (CFS) last night hosted a special event in Sydney to help superannuation fund members make sense of recent challenges in the economy and... Read more continue reading

Alternatives dominate new managed investment product registrations  

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Alternative products were the most popular type of managed investment product registered in the last financial year, according to analysis of product attributes by APIR Systems. APIR identifies, codes and... Read more continue reading

Super funds start new financial year with a bounce

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After a disappointing end to FY22, super funds kicked off the new financial year in style with the median growth fund (61 to 80% in growth assets) surging 3.1% in... Read more continue reading

Martin Currie Australia launches ‘Active Insights’ strategy with a focus on fundamental analysis 

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Active equity manager, Martin Currie Australia, part of the Franklin Templeton group, has launched the Martin Currie Australia Active Insights strategy. The Active Insights strategy uses a unique process to capture outperformance through fundamental... Read more continue reading

Maritime Super reappoints MLC Life Insurance as group insurer

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MLC Life Insurance has been reappointed as Maritime Super’s group insurer effective 1 July 2022 and will continue to provide its members with cover for death, total and permanent disablement... Read more continue reading

UBS Asset Management launches the Future Leaders Small Cap Strategy in Australia 

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UBS Asset Management (‘UBS AM’) is pleased to announce the launch of the Future Leaders Small Cap Strategy in Australia. This actively managed global strategy of 40 to 60 small... Read more continue reading

Dislocation periods provide opportunity in ESG investing

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Dislocation periods such as those currently experienced by markets provide good opportunity to target companies which are dynamically changing and improving their ESG ratings, according to an ethical investing expert.... Read more continue reading

The rising cost of living and retirement

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It’s been a challenging time for Australia’s retirees. The Covid-19 pandemic threatened their health and caused many to be isolated from family, friends and community. Covid remains a risk, particularly... Read more continue reading

BlackRock launches iShares ETF suite in collaboration with NAB Private Wealth to broaden low-cost investment options for Australian investors

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iShares, in collaboration with NAB Private Wealth, has launched three iShares ETFs designed for Australian investors. The products offer a low-cost, well-diversified investment solution to help Australians achieve their long-term... Read more continue reading