Insights

Risks may have risen in the markets but central banks stand ready to cushion falls.

We cease coverage on the mining services contractor to look for better opportunities elsewhere.

… And the first-quarter results are in for Louis Vuitton, CSX, Schlumberger and Harley-Davidson.

The agribusiness's latest property sale highlights how the market may be undervaluing its land holdings.

Another sharp jump in iron ore prices supported by a better than expected profit reporting season in the US look like providing another solid start to the Australian market today.

The Australian stock market has received a boost from higher commodity prices with a focus on the rebound in iron ore. The materials and energy sectors are driving the market higher towards the key 6000 resistance as it bubbled up to within 20 points of the mark just after midday.

Stronger iron ore and oil prices combined with a positive lead from US markets will see the stock market open stronger this morning.

Mixed leads overnight set the tone for Thursday trading. Investors were still pondering inflation numbers and what it means for the timing of a future rate cut. High yielding stocks were under scrutiny and were subjected to downward pressure. The big banks and Telstra all saw a little fat trimmed off their value as traders switched to materials.

Sure, seek alternatives... but the role of cash in an investment portfolio goes beyond providing returns.

As our correspondence shows, a superannuation showdown looms. This week the Labor Party has fired the first shot.

There is plenty of low-hanging fruit if governments really want to cut the cost of Australia's baseline super.

After the share market's strong rise over the year to date, it's a good time to consider a defensive strategy.

New US research outlines the dangers of a portfolio that lacks diversification.

This week we feature a fund that looks for predictable earnings from infrastructure assets over the long term.

More of your thoughts on super tax reform.

The stock market looks set for a cautious open as traders wait on today's CPI data; further news on renegotiating Greece's debt facility and this week' US oil production data.