Difficult to replicate assets with an entrenched market position the key to performance

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Companies that hold assets which are difficult to replicate, such as brands, licenses, patents, distribution rights, logistical capability and a captive client base, and operate these difficult to replicate assets... Read more continue reading

AMP Bank’s Progress 2014-1 Trust Upsized to A$1,000 million

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The Progress 2014-1 Trust RMBS has been upsized from A$500 million to A$1,000 million due to investor demand. There were twenty four investors in the deal, of which approximately 68... Read more continue reading

Investing for equity income stands the test of time

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Income strategies continue to perform in all market conditions Equity income strategies may have performed well in the last few years, but as quantitative easing is wound back and growth... Read more continue reading

It’s possible to combine ESG and SmartBeta Equity finds AXA IM

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Possible to preserve the characteristics of SmartBeta Equity whilst also reducing ESG risk Consideration of environmental, social and governance (ESG) requirements can be compatible with SmartBeta investing according to AXA... Read more continue reading

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