Having sustained enormous criticism following the GFC, hedge funds are still struggling to garner favour among investors. Richard Keary explains why the sector did not fa...

Financial planners could be forgiven for suffering reform fatigue - and the release, last week, of Richard St John's consultation paper, Review of compensation arrangemen...

Scott Quinn explains that there is more to account-based pensions than tax – Social Security must also be considered....

Going global with your infrastructure investments can yield a more defensive portfolio, with more stable returns and lower volatility, writes Perry Lucas....

If the Treasurer, Wayne Swan, is wise, he will closely examine his first Budget as a part of a Rudd Labor Government and the problems that administration created by needl...

Col Fullagar examines what advisers need to know when dealing with clients in different age groups....

Simon Stanton explains why financial planners should not leave themselves out of the insurance claim process....

Kristian Wangvisutkul answers some commonly asked SMSF investment strategy questions, and outlines the Stronger Super announcements that could impact future requirements....

Alexander McNab looks into the private equity market and explains the risks, potential upside and misconceptions that accompany the sector....

The Future of Financial Advice changes may be dominating the attention of the financial services industry but Richard Gilbert points out that the Government has a great d...

What asset classes/product types does your firm include under the 'alternatives' label? Why? How many strategies/funds do you rate in each?...