Editorial

With increasing litigation and concerns over professional indemnity insurance, Macquarie’s David Shirlow believes his presentation has particular relevance. Julie Bennett...

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Taking a global market perspective

All things considered, the economic outlook is looking reasonably good. Mike Taylor reports....

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Observer: Investment solutions or hot products?

The investment industry has long been criticised for being reactive in its provision of products. Perhaps this is partly the result of the long lead time in getting a new...

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Deakin forecasts $1.9 million loss

Financial planning provider Deakin Financial Services has forecast a $1.9 million loss in its preliminary final report for the year ending 30 June 2003....

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Protecting your client’s assets

What can you do to help protect your client’s assets following a marital breakdown? John Mazzotta says the answer may lie in binding financial agreements (BFAs)....

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Aust Unity to grow despite profit drop

Australian Unity is to double the size of its financial planning business and launch a new superannuation administration service by the end of October despite reporting a...

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The Messenger: Does direct share investing measure up?

Some advisers have successfully recommended direct equities. But Rob Keavney argues that for most, the difficulties involved will swamp the perceived benefits....

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Listed property market at turning point

How long can the listed property trust market expect its dream run to continue? Mike Taylor reports....

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The best time to invest in syndicates

Property syndicates remain one of the easiest and most popular forms of investment in direct property – but when is the best time to invest? John Wilkinson reports....

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IOOF shows strong profit but tight-lipped on listing

IOOF has reported strong fundamentals for the 2003 financial year with revenue up 32 per cent to $160 million and an after-tax profit of $34 million, which compares to th...

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Observer: Is the investment fee debate rational?

Difficult investment markets inspire the search for simplistic solutions. Dominic McCormick says it’s time for a more sophisticated approach....

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Hedge funds finally gain momentum

Despite the flurry of interest they generated when introduced to the Australian market, the take up of hedge funds has been slow. Ben Abbott reports....