Low-cost ETF Portfolio Updates - January 2019
The International Equities, Property & Infrastructure, Interest Income and Diversified Portfolios are now available.
Director Deeds: Light trade among heavy blackouts
As the index marched higher, directors tiptoed around the trading floor.
Why we're looking to launch an Ethical Fund
Portfolio Manager, Nathan Bell explains what ethical investing actually means and why it pays off.
Changes in the wings for SMSFs
SMSF Association CEO John Maroney discusses the Royal Commission, the Productivity Commission, FASEA and franking credits.
Paul's Insights: Beware the regulatory risk trap
It's been a week of shake, rattle and roll in the financial sector as the Banking Royal Commission wound to a close.
Active Stock Portfolio Updates - January 2019
The Equity Growth, Equity Income and Australian Small Companies Fund updates are now available.
The Economic View: Which way for rates?
InvestSMART editor Tony Kaye and chief market strategist Evan Lucas review the Reserve Bank's latest rates call in the context of the economy, with economist predictions for the next move ranging from a rate cut to a rise once the RBA changes from its neutral stance.
Financial advice changes? Hold on
After the banking Royal Commission, it's more or less business as usual, for now.
Unravelling AFIC's share trades
The head of Australia's biggest LIC runs through the latest profit result.
Assessing dividend income, and miniming death tax
The tax rules around dividends, and a strategy for stopping a potential super hit.
Property Point: Hot and cold
Sydney and Melbourne have run out of steam, but other markets are still doing pretty well. Editor Tony Kaye and REA Group chief economist Nerida Conisbee examine the latest property market trends.
Expect a big fees shake-up
Super and financial advice fees targeted in the Royal Commission's recommendations.
Paul's Insights: Three ways to make love and money work
Valentine's Day is around the corner, and florists everywhere will be gearing up for a rush of orders.