What are asset portfolios?
Building your wealth for the long term starts with a sound investment strategy; but with so many options outside your …
Buying an investment property
Is an investment property the right choice for you in retirement? What you need to know about buying an investment …
Why investing for retirement is different
When you’re still employed and earning a salary, there’s money coming in you can rely on. In retirement, in the …
Ways to expand SMSF investment horizons
The mix of investments that is right for an SMSF will depend on very personal factors, including SMSF members’ age, …
Investing in investment bonds
Investment bonds are long term investments that may offer tax efficiency to investors on a high marginal tax rate and …
Five long term global trends and implications for markets
This article looks at some longer term structural trends in the economy and their impact on economic growth and investments. …
Economic update February 2023
Risk assets performed strongly in January, following further indications that inflation may have peaked in key regions. Global economic growth …
Review of 2022, outlook for 2023
Key points 2022 was dominated by high inflation, rising interest rates, war in Ukraine and recession fears. This hit bonds …
How do hedge funds work in a volatile market?
While an exposure to hedge funds can provide a lift to a portfolio’s performance, they also offer the potential to …
How old is too old for insurance?
As you age and your health starts to deteriorate, having a financial safety net and protecting your nearest and dearest …