What can we learn from the Bitcoin experience?

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“If it was created out of thin air and it vanishes, there is nowhere to get it back from” Bitcoin is just the latest in a series of attempts to... Read more continue reading

Educating advisers on real returns

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Matthew Newham, Investment Director Wholesale Business, Standard Life Investments, said: “The global financial crisis has forced investors to focus on managing risk, and as a result they are moving away from... Read more continue reading

ETF model portfolios lend a helping hand to financial advisers

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Lonsec’s new ETF portfolio offering targets accumulator clients Lonsec Stockbroking (Lonsec) has launched a set of strategic exchange traded funds (ETF) model portfolios designed to provide financial advisers and their... Read more continue reading

Australian custody and administration sector continues growth trajectory

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The Australian custodial and administration sector continues to grow strongly driven by rising equity markets, with the latest industry statistics released by the Australian Custodial Services Association (ACSA) revealing total... Read more continue reading

Aged care to cost more after June 30

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The Aged Care reforms due to come into effect on 1 July 2014 will see retirees paying more for their admission to, and ongoing care in, aged care facilities, says... Read more continue reading

Claims keep advisers busy – but are they doing enough to help customers?

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Widespread increases in the number of claims across the life insurance sector are having a significant impact on financial advisers across Australia, according to national advisory dealer group Affinia Financial... Read more continue reading

Don’t overlook the benefits of investing in commercial property

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The benefits of investing in commercial property are often overlooked by SMSF trustees but now could be a good time to consider this investment option, says Ryan Banting, head of portfolio management,... Read more continue reading

Asian economies to struggle, but opportunities exist in thematic investing

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Asian economies may struggle in 2014, and beyond, as local investors become more conservative and foreign investors become more selective about their Asian investments, says Evan Erlanson, chief investment officer... Read more continue reading

Capital at risk as corporate bonds lose steam

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Leading global fixed interest team warns that new economic times call for new strategies Speaking on the release of QIC’s Red Paper Au revoir credit beta: meet credit alpha, QIC’s Director of... Read more continue reading

Control freaks – SMSFs take charge for a happier future

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When it comes to being ‘super’ happy in the future, having control of their retirement funding is putting those with a Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) ahead of the rest. This... Read more continue reading