Financial uncertainty and disappointing returns in the global markets have raised questions about a double dip recession, something Brenda Reed deems unlikely....

With a period of economic transition underway, Patrick Noble offers tips on finding companies that can deliver the best investment returns....

What should the Australian financial planning industry make of the appointment of Bill Shorten as the Assistant Treasurer and Minister for Financial Services and Superann...

The financial services portfolio is emerging as a launch pad for political careers and Bill Shorten finds himself confronted by a worthy opponent in Mathias Cormann....

There has been a lot of focus on China as a significant emerging market player. But India is set to prove the doubters wrong over the coming decade, writes John Pereira....

It is now certain the industry funds' campaign against financial advice commissions will continue. Far less certain is the manner in which the minority Government will co...

The CGT for non-residents is determined by whether the asset is considered to be ‘taxable Australian property’. Learn more about CGT discount for non-residents....

Fiducian's Merton Miles explains the main principles financial planners must adhere to if they are to meet the needs of their clients....

It is now clear that the failure of many fund managers to appropriately navigate the global financial crisis has caused many investors to question the ultimate value they...

There is a broad attack on commissions in financial services. Robert Keavney considers whether the risk advice industry can survive it, and whether it should survive it....

Stephen Miller outlines some of the key issues to consider when recommending your SMSF clients change fund administrators....