Are funds in a sustainability recession?

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In investing, the speed at which new themes capture the market’s interest is only eclipsed by the speed at which that enthusiasm can turn. For sustainable investing, the move from... Read more continue reading

Harris or Trump? It doesn’t matter for investors

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Whether the Democrat’s Kamala Harris (from the blue team) or the Republican’s Donald Trump (from the red team) becomes the next President of the United States, will likely have little... Read more continue reading

Strong Q3 inflows lift ETF assets to record $219.5bn – 60% of flows target international equity index funds

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Robust investor cash flows over the September quarter, most notably into international equity index-tracking ETFs, helped to lift the Australian ETFs industry’s assets under management to a new record high of $219.5... Read more continue reading

Scientific Beta stresses need for robust risk management as part of APRA’s superannuation performance testing

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Following the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority’s (APRA) recent announcement[1] regarding significant improvements in performance test outcomes for superannuation funds and introducing new product performance metrics, Scientific Beta has emphasised its commitment to... Read more continue reading

Global X launches defence technology ETF amid surge in global defence spending

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Global X has launched the Global X Defence Tech ETF (ASX: DTEC), providing Australian investors with access to global companies at the forefront of defence innovation. As global security concerns... Read more continue reading

SMSF assets reach $1 trillion, with record level of investments in property and cash

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Many self-managed super funds (SMSFs) are taking a gamble with their retirement savings, pouring record amounts into cash and property while ignoring the stability of fixed income investments, according to... Read more continue reading

Funds deliver strong quarterly return despite uncertain environment 

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Historically September has been a more subdued month for superannuation returns, however funds have delivered for members this year with superannuation research house SuperRatings estimating that the median balanced option... Read more continue reading

Asset allocation – the value of advice (part one)

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While financial advice is always important, it’s especially critical during periods of market volatility in a world with a plethora of geopolitical uncertainty. This article, proudly sponsored by Russell Investments,... Read more continue reading

Nanuk, Australia’s leading sustainably themed global equities manager, launches new currency hedged active ETF

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Nanuk Asset Management (Nanuk) is pleased to announce the Nanuk New World Fund (Currency Hedged) Active ETF listing. This class of units will now utilise a dual access mechanism, providing... Read more continue reading

Deceased estates and tax

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Everyone knows the famous Benjamin Franklin quote about death and taxes, but not everyone is aware that tax obligations continue after death. This article, proudly sponsored by Allianz Retire+, examines... Read more continue reading