Fundamentals and policy keep RMB riding at anchor

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Even before the correction in China’s A-Shares market, a number of investors expressed to us scepticism about our positive outlook for the renminbi (RMB). Some even saw devaluation as a... Read more continue reading

SMSF Association optimistic about LRBA compromise

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The SMSF Association is confident a compromise position can be found on Limited Recourse Borrowing Arrangements (LRBAs) in the wake of the Financial System Inquiry (FSI) recommendation to ban borrowing... Read more continue reading

Active versus passive management: when actively managed funds make sense

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Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have shaken up the Australian funds management landscape. From their inception in 2001, ETFs have grown to a market capitalisation of $18.5 billion in Australia[1] with a... Read more continue reading

Despite uncertainty and volatility, China’s reforms could trigger six world-shaking changes, says AB

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One of the biggest risks facing investors concerned about weak growth and market volatility in China is that they could be underestimating the country’s upside potential, research by global asset... Read more continue reading

Superannuation strategies for all ages

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Jonathan Philpot Regardless of their age, people should consider some simple strategies to help maximise their superannuation balance for when they retire, says Jonathan Philpot, wealth management partner at HLB... Read more continue reading

Survival strategies for market turbulence

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The fear of losing retirement savings sees many people move their superannuation to cash investments in preparation for this new phase of life. The experience of those who retired in... Read more continue reading

7 Reasons Why ASIC’s $200,000 minimum for an SMSF is not in the client’s best interest

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While there are a number of useful features of ASIC’s new guidance papers on SMSF advice (Information Sheets 205 and 206) , comments relating to the preferred minimum for an... Read more continue reading

Europe’s consumer-led recovery not just about the oil price

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Consumer spending in the euro area is now growing at its fastest since 2007. Lower oil prices have helped but are only part of the story, in our view. There’s... Read more continue reading

SMSF administrators ‘offer value for money’

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The evidence shows that the vast majority of service providers to the SMSF sector are offering value for money, says Olivia Long, CEO of the SMSF administrators Xpress Super and... Read more continue reading

Clients want a needs-based advice model from their financial advisers – AIA Australia

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Financial advisers should segment clients based on their needs to deliver better outcomes for their clients and their business, according to new research launched yesterday from leading life insurer AIA Australia.... Read more continue reading