Sector ETFs Take ETF Strategies to a More Active Level Including Core/Satellite and Sector Rotation Strategies

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With a sector ETF, investors can take ETF strategies to a more active level. Sector ETFs buy the sector, rather than the individual stocks, and gain an appropriately weighted interest... Read more continue reading
13 Oct 2010

AFA’s search for a star reaches final

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Richard Klipin, CEO of the Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) says the future of financial advice is in good shape, judging by the standard of the finalists in this year’s... Read more continue reading
12 Oct 2010

Outgoing AFA National President calls on Minister Shorten to put consumers first

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National President of the Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) Dr Jim Taggart, OAM has called on Minister Bill Shorten to become a true advocate of the financial services industry so... Read more continue reading
11 Oct 2010

Investor sentiment negative

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The latest Financial Services Council/CoreData Investor Sentiment Index shows investor confidence remains negative for the second quarter in a row. The Index, prepared by CoreData for the Financial Services Council,... Read more continue reading
11 Oct 2010

Bushfire Action Weeek reminds Victorians to get Lifewise this Summer

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With 95% of Australian families having inadequate life insurance, Bushfire Action Week is a reminder to all about the importance of protecting the family against the risks associated with bushfires.... Read more continue reading
11 Oct 2010

Weekly market & economic update Friday 08 October 2010

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Headline developments of the past week The Reserve Bank of Australia surprised many by leaving interest rates on hold, but it made it quite clear that it retains a tightening... Read more continue reading
08 Oct 2010

Asian and Australian bond markets hold strong opportunities for investors, Western Asset says

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‘Kangaroo effect’ sees Australia as destination of choice for foreign issuers Asian bonds more attractive as governments put their houses in order As fears of a sell-out of fixed interest... Read more continue reading
07 Oct 2010

More than 50% of investors intend returning to commercial property investment, says Charter Hall survey

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Most investors intend to increase their exposures to listed and unlisted property over the next year, and will invest sizable sums, according to the findings of a new Charter Hall... Read more continue reading
07 Oct 2010

SMSF Use of Sector ETFs Likely to Follow the Success of Broader Passive Investments

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For the first time in Australia, investors can take a view on a particular market sector such as Resources, Financials or Energy. With a sector ETF, investors can simply buy... Read more continue reading
07 Oct 2010

Russell’s super administration model focused on members

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Russell introducing intra-fund advice to support its member engagement strategy More than 70 staff accepted roles to join Russell’s administration business Global financial services firm Russell Investments announced it is... Read more continue reading
06 Oct 2010