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Is Netflix driving the next major commodity?

Your Netflix account doesn't just keep you up to date on the latest 'bingeworthy' series - it also represents the front-end of a major new commodity....

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One of the largest events on the annual financial planning calendar, the FPA Professionals Congress brings planners and industry stakeholders together to stay better info...

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If you know how to look, you see what others miss

As the world continues to be disrupted by technology, adopting a global approach to equity investing is vital for finding businesses that can grow and deliver high return...

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Beggars are now accepting Visa

If beggars in China are accepting electronic payments instead of cash, then something must be going on in the world of payments....

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Tim Farrelly: Asset Backed Loans’ Place In Portfolios

After a long bull market, potential returns on traditional assets are falling. Forecast returns from traditional markets are still above those for cash and Term Deposits ...

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China: Australia’s greatest economic vulnerability

Australia’s dependence on China as a trading partner and as a major influence on commodity prices naturally makes China its greatest vulnerability. Yet there are reasons...

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PIMCO’s Cyclical Outlook: Growing, But Slowing

We see growth slowing, but not an imminent recession. We invest accordingly....

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Super and tax in retirement

My husband and I are approaching retirement. We have about $800,000 between us saved in super and are wondering what to do with it. We are thinking of taking it all out...

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The future of financial advice is coming. Are you prepared?

Grow your skills with expert-led, on-demand courses at Risk Academy. Together, let’s work together to improve the quality of Advice. ...

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How digital is driving innovation in underwriting

MLC Life Insurance has gained efficiencies with their new digital underwriting platform. The platform is also providing analytics that allows them to quickly review under...