Life Insurance Direct: Protect our firefighters

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A Bill recently introduced into the Queensland Parliament[1] has highlighted the need for Australia to commit to better protecting firefighters, according to LifeInsuranceDirect.com.au. “While the Bill is a step in... Read more continue reading

Taking stock – Still the only game in town

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The only game in town continues to play for Australian Equity investors. Over the past year the ASX200 index is flat, but Resources and Energy are both down 25%. Every... Read more continue reading

RIAA benchmarking report confirms strong performance of ethical investment

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Australian Ethical has welcomed the outcome of the latest Responsible Investment Association of Australia (RIAA) benchmarking report, saying the results reflect an increasing demand for responsible investment products. The report... Read more continue reading

Zurich partners with risk advisers to design ‘LIF readiness blueprint’

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Financial advisers see product and process innovation as vital if the changes driven by the new Life Insurance Framework (LIF) are to result in better consumer outcomes. This is one... Read more continue reading

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