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Editorial

Many experts look at the bond market as an indicator for future inflationary changes. Dominic McCormick argues recent events, particularly in the US, prove otherwise....

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Editorial

Amid mounting evidence that China’s economy is on the verge of a slowdown, it is time to reduce commodities exposures, writes Chris Watling. ...

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Financial planning

Amid mounting evidence that China’s economy is on the verge of a slowdown, it is time to reduce commodities exposures, writes Chris Watling. ...

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Editorial

This month, PortfolioConstruction Forum asked the research houses: What, in your firm’s view, is one of the big challenges facing the Australian funds research industry a...

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Editorial

With talk of interest rate rises shifting to the possibility of a rate cut, Dr Ron Bewley weighs up the outlook for asset classes in Australia and abroad....

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Financial planning

Credit card debt has hit a new record of $49.41 billion in May, with three-quarters of credit cards now accruing interest....

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Editorial

Investors remain nervous and are still heavily invested in cash, but are they doing the right thing? How serious is the threat of macro issues, and when will it be the ri...

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Editorial

Why invest in term deposits or global bonds when you can invest in Aussie bonds and get a better return? Jeff Brunton reports....

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Editorial

Stephen Hart examines the rising cost of living and ways to protect clients against a rise in both the consumer price index (CPI) and its volatility....

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Funds management

Home owners are continuing to refinance their mortgages, even as the property rate remains flat, according to the latest Home Finance Index....

Financial planning

With fixed interest gaining attention, Janine Mace takes a look at what the future holds for the sector. ...

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Financial planning

Ongoing rate rise speculation has prompted more people to lock-in their home loan rates....

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Financial planning

New data reveals degree to which business borrowers are paying a premium....

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Financial planning

Bibby Financial Services claims the Commonwealth Bank's exit from debtor finance will not slow the market....

Editorial

Australian residential property does not behave like other investment classes, writes Tim Farrelly. He explains why this is the case, and makes some forecasts about the f...

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