Similarities to 1999 for tech stocks – but differences, too
The most dangerous words in investment are ‘it’s different this time’. But there are good reasons to think tech stocks aren’t on the precipice now, the way they were 18 years ago.
May 18, 2017
Investec Australia Property Fund continues to deliver
IAPF delivers 6.2% distribution growth in AUD while property portfolio has grown to AUD 779 million Full year highlights: • Full year distribution of AUD 9.74 cents per unit pre WHT – growth of 6.2% in AUD • AUD 264 million of quality and earnings enhancing acquisitions concluded during the year • Portfolio growth of
May 17, 2017
Retirees, investors should consider rising interest rates, more
DNR Capital is positioning for rising interest rates and an inflationary environment and is currently underweight the four major banks, property and Telstra. Recent support for bonds suggests the reflation trade might have run its course. However this is likely to be a short term bounce and bond yields have probably bottomed according to DNR
May 17, 2017
A look at what’s still to come from markets in 2017
With a sharp eye on developed bourses and Asia, three investors offer their insights on emerging trends in equity markets for the rest of the year.
May 17, 2017
Get ready for the future face of wealth management
In the first of a series of four articles, Koda Capital explores the collapse of wealth management as we know it – and how advisers can adapt.
May 17, 2017
Impact investing primed for growth in Australia & NZ
A new initiative, the Impact Investment Forum, has been launched today to support development of the growing impact investment market in Australia and New Zealand. The Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) has established the forum as demand and interest grows in impact investing across all sectors, including with government, philanthropy and the superannuation industry. Impact
May 16, 2017
Mercer sector surveys – April 2017
MERCER SECTOR SURVEYS – APRIL 2017 Global equity markets continued to drift higher in April 2017, led by growth and small cap stocks. The global economy has strengthened, reflecting the strongest and most synchronised growth since 2010 among developed and emerging markets. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) revised its 2017 growth forecast for the world
May 16, 2017
A confession from Dad leads to new, successful career choice
Hugh Robertson was going to be a barrister like his father, until his dad revealed that he had never really enjoyed his career much. That led the son down a different path.
May 16, 2017
New CommInsure underwriting offer to improve adviser productivity
CommInsure has enhanced its underwriting offer with a new tele-interview service and upgrades to its underwriting rules to improve adviser productivity. The improvements are part of a wider program designed to deliver a more seamless and efficient experience for advisers applying for a client’s life insurance cover. Advisers will now have the option to request
May 15, 2017
Launching the Adviser Pricing Models Research Report
Like anyone that has nurtured and worked tirelessly to produce an in-depth research report, today’s announcement of the launch of the Adviser Pricing Models 4th Edition Research Report puts to bed one of the most extensive research reports conducted by Elixir Consulting to date and provides a sense of relief to principal Sue Viskovic. “This
May 15, 2017
Community sponsorship: put your money where your heart is
To nail community-based sponsorship, advisers have to think beyond the bottom line and take on causes in which they believe.
May 15, 2017
