ETFs pass the liquidity test during recent market volatility

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Analysis observing investor behaviour, volumes and liquidity, conducted by Vanguard’s Australian ETF Capital Markets division, shows that ETFs retained their liquidity and performed as expected during the recent market correction

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Professor Ralston appointed to chair SMSF Association

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The SMSF Association has announced the appointment of Professor Deborah Ralston as its new chairperson, effective from the end of this year’s National Conference. Prof Ralston, who joined the board

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The mechanics of long-term forecasting: Vanguard launches the Capital Markets Model

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Vanguard last week launched the Vanguard Capital Markets Model (VCMM), explaining the mechanics of the simulation engine that informs the investment outlook and asset allocation insights of the $3 trillion global

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SMSF appetite for international exposure strengthens

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Vanguard and Investment Trends release updated research on SMSF investors examining their key drivers and investment goal Vanguard and Investment Trends released the annual results of the 2014 Self Managed

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SMSFs direct share love affair

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Vanguard and Investment Trends release comprehensive new research on SMSF investors. Key points: SMSF assets grew to $496 billion in the year to March 2013 representing 32 per cent of

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SMSF trustees prepared to pay for good financial advice

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There is a strong message for financial planners in the comprehensive survey by Rice Warner Actuaries of the self managed super fund sector – people are willing to pay extra

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Vanguard takes a stand for transparency through full public disclosure of fund holdings

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In a first for the Australian funds management industry, Vanguard has announced it will publish quarterly portfolio holdings for all funds beginning in October. Investors will be able to access details

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Self managed super fund average balance tips over the $1 million mark

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The annual Vanguard / Investment Trends Self Managed Super Fund (SMSF) Report, released this week, reveals the continuing growth in both the number of SMSFs being established and the growth

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Cautious self managed superannuation investors build a ‘wall of cash’

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The Vanguard/Investment Trends Self Managed Super Funds (SMSF) report tells a clear story of a lack of confidence in future market directions within the self managed super fund sector, according

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SPAA announces new board appointment

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The Self-Managed Super Fund Professionals’ Association of Australia (SPAA) has today announced the appointment of Robin Bowerman to the SPAA Board. SPAA Chairman Sharyn Long said the appointment will complement

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