Defensive stocks are at a higher premium to cyclicals than they were during the height of the global financial crisis, reflecting the bearish attitude of Australian inves...

Before diving headlong into improving a property that is held under a limited recourse borrowing arrangement, caution must be exercised, Fabian Bussoletti claims....

Fiona Mackenzie presents the top 10 tips for financial planners for focusing on client relationships and value propositions in 2012....

The FOFA reforms well and truly dominated the financial planning industry during 2011 and the year ahead looks set to bring more of the same, writes Nicolette Rubinsztein...

Pauline Vamos believes it is time for the rebranding of the superannuation industry. ...

The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia urges changes to the MySuper regime, warning existing proposals may prompt trustees to pursue short-term outcomes....

In a bid to boost demand for its margin lending services, National Australian Bank (NAB) will launch a margin loan product for SMSF investors next month. ...

Investor sentiment has fallen to a record low, with investors now less confident about the markets than they were during the global financial crisis (GFC)....

Market neutral funds provide some of the best investment opportunities, but are too often overlooked in the Australian market, according to research and ratings house Zen...

Team changes affecting Aberdeen Asset Management's Multi-Asset Income and Capital Growth funds have not resulted in a rating downgrade....