Listing by latest editionClick on an article heading to view the synopsis and link to read more. Edition 20 view editionFMD Financial 2008 AFL Footy Tipping CompetitionFMD Financial has invited you to play in our FMD Financial AFL 2008 Footy Tipping Competition. FOXSports League called “FMD Financial”. PRIZES 1st - Grand Hyatt Experience (Value of $400) 2nd - Selection of Fine Wine (Value of $200) 3rd - 2 Luxury Village Gold Class Movie Vouchers
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Last place – Receive 2 Luxury Village Gold Class Movie Vouchers Come and join the fun! Edition 19 view editionEdition 18 view editionFMD Financial 2008 AFL Footy Tipping CompetitionFMD Financial has invited you to play in our FMD Financial AFL 2008 Footy Tipping Competition. FOXSports League called “FMD Financial”. PRIZES 1st - Grand Hyatt Experience (Value of $400) 2nd - Selection of Fine Wine (Value of $200) 3rd - 2 Luxury Village Gold Class Movie Vouchers
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Last place – Receive 2 Luxury Village Gold Class Movie Vouchers Come and join the fun! Edition 17 view editionEdition 16 view editionEdition 15 view editionMarket updateThis month's movement in average investment returns from various asset classes for the period up to December 31, 2007. The economy this monthDespite recent turmoil on financial markets, the real economy in Australia continues to surge ahead. 2007 - The year of living dangerously2007 was not for the faint hearted, with turmoil on global financial markets creating far more volatility for investors than has been experienced in recent times. Edition 14 view editionMarket updateWe review the movement in average investment returns from various asset classes for the period up to 30 November 2007. The shortage of shelterThis month's feature article look's at low interest rates not necessarily the solution to the shortage of housing. Edition 12 view editionMarket update as at October 2007We review the movement in average investment returns from various asset classes for the period up to 30 September 2007. The Tactical View October 2007We take a look at the tactical view as at 30 September 2007. The Economy this month as at October 2007This month's economic update reviews the continuing rise in the Australian dollar. Lessons from across the ditchThis months feature article looks at the change in inflation and the implications for investors. Edition 11 view editionMarket update - September 2007We review the movement in average investment returns from various asset classes for the period up to 31 August 2007. Feature article - Where the dust has settledTime to reflect on what has actually changed during this most volatile period on financial markets in many years. Edition 10 view editionWhat is happening in global financial markets?We take a look at the sub-prime loan crisis in the United States and the movement in global equity markets. Edition 9 view editionView from the Hill - Making sense of the mayhemThis months feature article looks at making sense of the mayhem. Edition 8 view editionMarket WatchHans Kunnen, Head of Investment Markets Research for Colonial First State provides an Economic Commentary that sums up the investment markets for the end of June.
Edition 7 view editionDo we need to prepare for a lower tide?Although the Australian sharemarket has risen strongly in early 2007, price growth has exceeded expected earnings growth.
Edition 6 view editionEdition 5 view editionFederal Budget 2007The 8 May Federal Budget contained a number of proposals which when passed will impact the financial planning industry.
Edition 4 view editionThe Australian dollar's surge – sustainable or just speculation?The Australian dollar has surged against the US dollar and its trade weighted index during March and April 2007. Strong investment returns – is it just a liquidity boom?This Oliver's Insights article examines how liquidity conditions are providing a favourable backdrop for investment markets. Edition 3 view editionThe drought - is our economy wilting?Australia is in drought. While this is nothing new, it does come very soon after the drought of 2002. This time around, the rural community has had little time to recover. Edition 2 view editionUS stock market commentaryThis article looks at the tumble of the US stock market and its implications across global markets. Superannuation reform legislation passed - further draft regulations releasedOn 27 February 2007, the Federal Parliament passed tax and superannuation bills required to implement the Government's new superannuation system. Edition 1 view editionReview of 2006 and outlook for 2007This article reviews how 2006 has gone for investors and takes a look at the key themes and likely investment returns for 2007. |