Real-time reporting – let's get real
Lisa Papachristoforos explains why real-time reporting is a challenge facing the SMSF industry and what the pros and cons of it are.
Assets that own themselves
Steve Sammartino explores the idea that assets, like cars, will soon make their own economic decisions and decide how they can allocate themselves within the wider economy.
An investment strategy for volatility
Panicky behaviour, both buying and selling, is the enemy of good returns. We've all read it and I've learned it from bitter experience.
The importance of investor mindset
Scott Francis suggests four lines of thinking to help investors remain on course during times of market fear.
Paul Clitheroe on robo advice
Our chairman Paul Clitheroe discusses robo advice and what it means for Australian investors and SMSFs.
Could it be déjà vu on minimum pension drawdown relief?
Lisa Papachristoforos questions whether we will see another pension drawdown relief for superannuant retirees similar to the one introduced 11 years ago during the GFC.
Why selling off now is risky
Robert Gottliebsen explains why he thinks COVID-19 and the oil war are not long-term forces and looks ahead to how strong the market recovery could be.
Director Deeds: Backing out or backing in?
As the ASX market volatility continues, Alex Gluyas looks at Directors who are increasing their skin in the game and reassuring investors of their company's ability to weather the coronavirus storm.
"Carry forward" super opportunity flying under the radar
Andrew Yee explains how those with smaller superannuation balances who have irregular work patterns can take advantage of the "carry forward" rule.
Portfolio Update February 2020 - don't panic and hold the line
We understand that February will have impacted your investment performance and that the kind of market movements we have seen in February can rock your investment resolve.
Has the coronavirus impacted Australia's property market?
Michael Mancuso looks at how Australia's property market is coping with the coronavirus outbreak.
Paul's Insights: saving for a first home, looking beyond savings accounts
First home buyers face a conundrum right now. Home loan interest rates are at record lows. But returns on savings accounts are also extremely low - and property values are on the rise.
Biotech's coming of age
Alex Gluyas begins part one of his series on Australia's medical biotech industry by looking at how Australia has become a destination for biotech innovation and why investors should still exercise caution.
Income planning for retirement
Scott Francis uses data provided by the Association of Super Funds of Australia to explore the amount of income and capital needed for either a modest or comfortable retirement.
‘Woke' may make you broke
Theo Marinis explores the belief that to be truly alert to the injustices in society, you must customise your own portfolio, based on your values. But at what cost?
10% in a Week, It's Different This Time, Fed, Gold?, Chinese Chernobyl, Zoono, more
Alan Kohler explains this fall is different, that this is no ordinary virus, this is no ordinary economy, and business is not ordinary anymore. What to do?