Weekly market & economic update – 26 November 2010

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Headline developments of the past week While there was good news at the start of the week in terms of Ireland agreeing to accept a bailout from the European Union... Read more continue reading

RBA signals pause on rates

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Testimony of Reserve Bank Governor The Reserve Bank Governor has delivered testimony to the House of Respresentatives Economics Committee. Transcripts of the testimony have been released. Selected comments from the... Read more continue reading

FPA announces winners of the Value of Advice Awards

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The Financial Planning Association (FPA) today recognised and awarded three of its members for their outstanding commitment to their clients and for delivering valuable financial advice. The FPA announced the... Read more continue reading

FPA welcomes new Board Chair

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Chair-Elect of the Financial Planning Association (FPA) and Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) professional, Matthew Rowe will take over as the FPA Board Chair at the Association’s Annual General Meeting today.... Read more continue reading

Australian housing – is it a bubble? What’s the risk?

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Key points Australian housing is not in a bubble but it is very overvalued, and combined with high debt levels leaves Australian households vulnerable should anything significantly threaten house prices.... Read more continue reading

Financial planners behind over $40,000 in grants for community projects

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Future2 announces 2010 Make the Difference! Grants Four grants totaling $41,000 were announced today by Future2, giving vital support to grassroots projects working to transform the lives of disadvantaged young... Read more continue reading

FPA Strategy – New brand

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As part of an exciting new strategic direction, the Financial Planning Association (FPA) today previewed a new brand identity and logo as a component of its move to position FPA... Read more continue reading

FPA embarks on journey to inspire community trust and confidence

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The most significant strategic shift in the 18-year life of the Financial Planning Association has been adopted by the FPA Board and, pending the approval of constitutional changes by the... Read more continue reading

Mining investment leads the way

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Private New Capital Expenditure New business investment rose by 6.2 per cent in the September quarter – the biggest increase in three years. Mining dominated investment plans with investment in... Read more continue reading

Zenith Announces Further Client Growth

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The number of financial dealer groups and adviser practices utilising Zenith Investment Partners (Zenith) research facilities and services continues to expand with Wilson HTM the most recent firm to confirm... Read more continue reading