Inflation and Russia-Ukraine Crisis causes shift in ESG approach, asset class exposures: Investor snap poll

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Key points: Nearly half of investors had direct exposure to Russia heading into Q1 2022, of which 45% have either fully exited or are trying to do so. 39% of... Read more continue reading

Super Funds bounce back in March

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A market bounce in March has supported super fund performance, with the global economy maintaining a reasonable degree of momentum. However, inflation concerns continue to mount as consumers face cost... Read more continue reading

Equity income investing: key market drivers

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Ben Lofthouse, Head of Global Equity Income, provides a summary of some of the key market drivers from the first quarter and key themes to watch going forward. Key takeaways... Read more continue reading

Latest data from Lonsec suggests the value rotation well underway

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After a decade of low inflation, anaemic wages growth and falling bond yields, the perceived wisdom of markets had been that value stocks will continue to underperform compared to growth... Read more continue reading

Fixed Income in a rising rate environment

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Fixed income investments have long been central to a diversified portfolio. This article from GSFM explores the role of fixed income in the current environment, one in which inflation and... Read more continue reading

Russia Ukraine conflict and its implications for infrastructure investments

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The recent invasion of Ukraine by Russia was clearly a shocking event which, in 2022, was hoped would never happen again. At 4D, we are supporters of sanctions imposed on... Read more continue reading

Podcast 26: How high and how fast can rates go?

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The RBA expects to see economic data that will drive them to hike interest rates earlier than expected. Markets have already jumped the gun and priced future hikes into bond... Read more continue reading

Five ways home equity can improve retirement

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Retirees are worried. And while that may be a generalisation, for many older Australians, it’s also reality. Inflation is rising during a period of persistently low interest rates, meaning each... Read more continue reading

MLC Life Insurance partners with TelstraSuper to pilot cancer screening awareness program

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MLC Life Insurance and TelstraSuper are joining forces to pilot a new awareness program prompting members to check their eligibility for early cancer screening tests. Since the beginning of the... Read more continue reading

How super? Insurance in superannuation

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Insurance through super is designed to protect your clients’ most valuable asset – themselves. That’s why having the right cover is crucial when it comes to a securing your clients’... Read more continue reading