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  • Common misconceptions about the 60/40 portfolio
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    Common misconceptions about the 60/40 portfolio

    There are many misconceptions surrounding this tried-and-true investment standby. Here, we set the record straight.

    11th Oct, 2023

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  • The risks in share market listings
    General

    The risks in share market listings

    A new wave of share market listings is forming. But watch out for the potential rips.

    3rd Oct, 2023

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  • Troubling trends: Unwrapping thematic investments
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    Troubling trends: Unwrapping thematic investments

    Investing in trends is a relatively new phenomenon. But trends can often hide investment traps.

    16th Aug, 2023

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  • Understanding the role of custodians
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    Understanding the role of custodians

    Investment custodians have an important function to safeguard the assets of millions of Australian investors.

    16th Aug, 2023

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  • The case for indexing is still compelling after 25 years
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    The case for indexing is still compelling after 25 years

    From a standing start in 1998, index funds now account for $700 billion of assets under management in Australia. That's mainly to do with cost and performance.

    8th Aug, 2023

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  • Fixed income ETF inflows surge over first half
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    Fixed income ETF inflows surge over first half

    Fixed income ETF inflows are running at a record pace as investors focus on higher interest rate returns and offsetting their exposure to share markets.

    8th Aug, 2023

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  • Our midyear Asia-Pacific outlook
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    Our midyear Asia-Pacific outlook

    China’s and Australia’s economies are in some ways on opposite trajectories. Monetary policy rates continue to climb in Australia amid sticky inflation. A recent interest rate reduction in China, meanwhile, is unlikely to stoke demand. One attribute they’ll likely share: a slowdown in growth for the rest of the year.

    4th Aug, 2023

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  • Striking a balance in the new financial year
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    Striking a balance in the new financial year

    By doing a few calculations you can determine if your portfolio is still in alignment with your intended strategy and make adjustments if needed.

    31st Jul, 2023

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  • Returns rebound in 2022-23
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    Returns rebound in 2022-23

    Investment markets rebounded in 2022-23. But it's important to understand that asset class returns vary from year to year.

    31st Jul, 2023

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  • The HECS-HELP crash course on inflation
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    The HECS-HELP crash course on inflation

    Students have just received a hard lesson in macroeconomics. Now many face a test in debt management.

    18th Jul, 2023

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  • More than 1.5 million Australians investing in ETFs
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    More than 1.5 million Australians investing in ETFs

    ETFs are continuing to gain popularity among Australian investors. ASX data shows almost $1 billion was invested into Australian-listed ETFs in May.

    18th Jul, 2023

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  • Adding bonds to your investment mix
    General

    Adding bonds to your investment mix

    Bonds can play an important role in investment portfolios, but what exactly are they, what are their benefits, and how do you invest in them?

    13th Jul, 2023

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  • How to future proof your equities portfolio
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    How to future proof your equities portfolio

    Today's hottest companies may go off the boil down the track. It's one of the reasons why index funds are continuing to attract investors around the world.

    13th Jul, 2023

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  • Why more super funds are using managed funds and ETFs
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    Why more super funds are using managed funds and ETFs

    SMSFs are stepping up their use of managed funds and ETFs. Increased diversification, saving time, and risk management are among the key reasons.

    12th Jul, 2023

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  • SMSFs lean towards cash and defensive assets
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    SMSFs lean towards cash and defensive assets

    Many SMSF trustees are sharpening their focus on capital protection and income generation when selecting investments.

    10th Jul, 2023

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  • Self-managed super fund numbers continue to rise
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    Self-managed super fund numbers continue to rise

    With more Australians starting a SMSF, we look at the reasons for doing so and some of the key challenges.

    10th Jul, 2023

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  • Our investment and economic outlook, May 2023
    General

    Our investment and economic outlook, May 2023

    Read our latest forecasts for investment returns and our region-by-region economic outlook.

    5th Jul, 2023

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  • The power of dollar-cost averaging
    General

    The power of dollar-cost averaging

    What's dollar-cost averaging and how does it stack up over time? Read on to find out why it's an easy and powerful way for investors to accumulate wealth over time.

    5th Jul, 2023

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  • Your 2022-23 tax guide for investments
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    Your 2022-23 tax guide for investments

    The ATO’s investments hit list for this financial year, and four tips to get prepared for lodging your income tax return.

    4th Jul, 2023

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  • What an Australian bias can cost a portfolio
    General

    What an Australian bias can cost a portfolio

    Here’s how a broadly diversified portfolio with international exposure ultimately produces more stable returns.

    4th Jul, 2023

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  • Five ways to top up your super before 30 June
    General

    Five ways to top up your super before 30 June

    With only a few weeks left in this financial year, time is running out to maximise your super options.

    25th Jun, 2023

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  • What exactly is the FIRE movement?
    General

    What exactly is the FIRE movement?

    If you’ve ever considered early retirement, you could join the FIRE movement. FIRE stands for “financial independence retire early.”

    19th Jun, 2023

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  • Australian ETF assets continue to rise
    General

    Australian ETF assets continue to rise

    Cash inflows into ASX-listed ETFs rose over April despite shorter trading from Easter and Anzac Day.

    16th Jun, 2023

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  • The pros and cons of being a sophisticated investor
    General

    The pros and cons of being a sophisticated investor

    Many Australians now technically qualify to be certified as a sophisticated investor, but what are the benefits and risks?

    31st May, 2023

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  • Charting cash against a 60/40 portfolio
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    Charting cash against a 60/40 portfolio

    The power of diversification. Why moving to cash in a panic rarely pays off.

    30th May, 2023

    Source: Vanguard

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