Geopolitical tensions have potential to cause oil prices to double, CMC Markets says

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20 year analysis shows an actual supply disruption could cause further climbs The recent geo-political tension in the Middle East and Northern Africa has again highlighted the sensitivity of crude... Read more continue reading

Double charity: Sponsors urged to support industry fundraiser to help young Australians

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Corners for Kids kicks off its 2011 campaign to raise much-needed cash in support of the Inspire and Create Foundations Motorcyclists drawn from the Australian financial services industry will come... Read more continue reading

Higher caps will improve adequacy

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The Financial Services Council today welcomed the Federal Government’s announcement of new rules making it easier for those nearing retirement to make ‘catch up’ contributions to their superannuation. John Brogden,... Read more continue reading

BT Wrap’s new badge reports underpin dealer group support

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BT Wrap has upped their level of reporting tools for dealer groups providing easier access to transparent reporting and assisting them manage their business and compliance needs. Head of BT... Read more continue reading

Eight in ten voters say yes to change: but not enough to save embattled unitholders

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Century Funds Management (Century) is pleased to have stood up for Opus 21 unitholders despite attaining insufficient voting numbers to replace Opus Capital Limited as manager of Opus 21.  ... Read more continue reading

Defensive strategies drive allocations for Implemented Portfolios

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Implemented Portfolios’ Asset Allocation and Investment Committee (AAIC) has affirmed defensive positioning strategies for its five model portfolios as developed markets continue to show subdued growth outlooks in the committee’s... Read more continue reading

RaboDirect Rebels vs. Brumbies: showing support for the Christchurch Earthquake Appeal

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RaboDirect to donate $3,000 tries at tonight’s game RaboDirect, principle sponsor of the Rebels, today announced it will donate thousands to the Christchurch Earthquake Appeal, committing to give $3,000 per... Read more continue reading

There’s a new Wrap in town!

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MLC & NAB Wealth’s new full service wrap platform, MLC Wrap, is now open for business. MLC Wrap leverages the strengths of the Navigator and MasterKey Custom platforms, creating a... Read more continue reading

Investors call for more transparent products

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Aviva Investors has seen an overwhelming response from financial advisers to its Separately Managed Account (SMA) offering. Since being released in November last year, Aviva Investors Direct SMAs have been... Read more continue reading

NakedFunds Reveals Investment in iiNet and Vocus

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Remaining true to its transparent philosophy, NakedFunds Management (NakedFunds) (www.nakedfunds.com.au), has revealed that the NakedFunds Australian Share Fund has made investments in both iiNet (IIN) and Vocus Communications (VOC). Commenting... Read more continue reading