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Our below-benchmark exposure to South Korea is often questioned by clients. They ask - aren't there well-known companies, renowned brands or industry-leading businesses to invest in? Isn't that a very big risk we take deviating from the benchmark?

In the recent US midterm elections the Republicans gained a majority in the Senate and increased their existing majority in the House of Representatives. With now, a some 30-seat majority, it represents the largest Republican House majority since the Depression. However, while this may appear big trouble for Obama, the composition of the new Republicans will in fact be more centrist (i.e. less 'Tea Party').

Dividend reinvesting plans could soon be back in favour. We weigh the pros and cons.

The leaders' summit will create opportunities in infrastructure, energy and dairy.

Working out capital gains tax on an inheritance, further questions about the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card, selling a house and more.

SMSF borrowing arrangements are at risk of change from the FSI's final report.

New research on momentum investing highlights two standout ETFs.

Although share prices have failed to lift this year, banks still have appeal for retail investors.

Today we profile a new fund tailored for SMSFs from one of our biggest local fund managers.

International investing, market neutral funds and Envestra.

Improved dynamics in the domestic aviation market will be welcomed by Virgin, but question marks remain over its profitability and balance sheet stability.

After all these years of saying 'we can't act because others aren't', you would think the US-China deal would be a cause for celebration among climate policy blockers - but early signs suggest not.

Oil production is at its highest volume in the US since 1986, with previous production highs set in the 1970s set to be knocked off before the end of next year.

ThE staggered start to the Emissions Reduction Fund is set to create an opportunity for early movers to navigate the 'dark' auction process and capitalise on potentially higher contract prices.

Beijing to relax investment rules, China's water pollution problem worsens and anti-graft commission plans its third round of tour.

Abe's decision will give his party a better chance of winning a new mandate.