Editorial

For investors looking for a consistent income stream that grows over time, global equity income has the fundamentals covered, writes Stephen Thornber. ...

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The danger of simplifying Australian equities

Rudi Minbatiwala looks at the challenges of objectives-based strategies and the drawbacks associated with the simplifications of the risk concept....

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Why alternative investments could be a hot ticket option in 2014

Retail advisers have traditionally shied away from alternative investments, but an upswing in the market could see them become a hot ticket option in 2014, particularly f...

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Australian equities - seeking simplicity in a complex world

If applied systematically, derivatives can deliver a consistent return outcome. However, client confusion and operational risks can add complexity to the process, as Rudi...

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Are emerging markets on a rocky road to recovery?

With negative market sentiment and volatility in China, emerging markets appear to have a rocky road ahead. But that doesn’t mean they’re not up for the challenge, writes...

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Socially responsible investing - more than good versus bad companies

Socially responsible investing is more complex than simply distinguishing ‘good’ companies from ‘bad’ companies, writes Bruce Smith. ...

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Investment: a guide to the best and worst sectors

Looking across the investment landscape for clear winners and losers is not a simple task, with more grey than black and white coming into view. While performances are be...

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Short-term stimulus policies creating long-term problems

Short-term stimulus policies, like low interest rates and excessive liquidity injections, can have severe, long-term consequences for the global economy, as Stanley Yeo e...

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The case for alternative assets

With traditional asset choices no longer offering the portfolio diversification they once did for Australian investors, Alexander McNab makes the case for alternative ass...

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Asking the right questions about boutique funds management

Boutique fund management firms can offer lucrative rewards for investors, but first some key questions need to be asked, writes Cathy Hales. ...

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Balancing long-term capital preservation with income needs

Rudi Minbatiwala explores the challenges of balancing long-term capital preservation with immediate income needs....

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Direct property still showing growth?

Direct property still seems a hot item for investors, with the housing market on fire over the December quarter. While figures have dropped slightly over the March quarte...