Investors urged to consider strategies outside super in light of new rules

From

“The Government’s draft legislation for super reforms released over the last weeks means that investors face more rules and continuing uncertainty when it comes to their superannuation. If the draft... Read more continue reading

Women taking ‘more active role’ in superannuation

From

Women are increasingly confident of taking control of their superannuation, making it imperative for government to create the legislative and regulatory environment that further encourages them to do so, says... Read more continue reading

Lifeplan FUM hits $2 billion – inflows boosted by superannuation uncertainty and technology upgrades

From

The popularity of investment bonds has surged since the start of the year, with Australian Unity’s investment bond business, Lifeplan, passing through the $2 billion in funds under management (FUM),... Read more continue reading

Further LIF improvement achieved

From

The Minister for Revenue, Kelly O’Dwyer (the Minister) has confirmed that the start date for the phasing down of risk commissions will not begin until 1 January, 2018 and that... Read more continue reading

Parametric strengthens Australian team with appointment of new analyst

From

Parametric Portfolio Associates Australia has appointed Susan Bu to a newly created position, Analyst, Product Management, reflecting the US fund manager’s strong growth since establishing an Australian office in 2012.... Read more continue reading

Product Manager appointment for Bennelong

From

Bennelong has announced the appointment of Marta Galli to the newly created role of Product Manager, reporting directly to Jeff Phillips, Chief Financial Officer. Marta will be responsible for the co-ordination... Read more continue reading

Top performing Australian hedge fund sees more opportunities ahead

From

The top performing hedge fund in Australia*, the Tribeca Global Natural Resources Fund, has delivered a return of 113% percent for the calendar year to date (net), based on a... Read more continue reading

IOOF launches new range of low-cost active multi-manager funds

From

IOOF yesterday announced the introduction of a new range of low-cost predominantly active multi-manager funds, collectively referred to as IOOF MultiSeries. Commenting on the new range, Stephen Merlicek, IOOF Chief Investment... Read more continue reading

Weekly market update – week ending 30 September, 2016

From

Investment markets and key developments over the past week Shares had a volatile week, with support from higher oil prices but weakness in banks led by concerns around Deutsche Bank... Read more continue reading

La Trobe Financial Launches La Trobe Direct

From

La Trobe Financial has launched a leading edge online investment platform – La Trobe Direct. The new platform provides investors with the opportunity to invest online and directly into La... Read more continue reading