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Investments

SMSFs see IPOs as too risky

IPO investment

The risks associated with initial public offerings are discouraging SMSF trustees from taking part in them, according to the partner of an accounting firm.

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Business News, Investments

VanEck launches first active ETF

VanEck first active ETF

VanEck will focus on the emerging market bond sector as a source of income for the launch of its first active ETF in Australia.

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ATO, Investments

ATO investment strategy guidance imminent

SMSF investment strategy guidance

Guidance in clarifying acceptable practices in formulating SMSF investment strategies will soon be released by the ATO.

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Investments

Renewable energy targeting SMSF investors

Renewable energy SMSF

SMSF members will have the opportunity to invest in the renewable energy sector through a unique project developed for them.

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ATO, Investments

ATO cannot scrutinise chosen investments

SMSF investment strategies

The ATO does not have powers to assess investments but trustees need to ensure they match documented strategies, an SMSF service provider has warned.

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Investments, Strategy

State law can cloud investment strategy

SMSF investment strategy

State-based laws could add a layer of complexity to the compliance regarding SMSF investment strategies, according to an industry lawyer.

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Business News, Investments

Betashares to launch low-cost ETF range

Betashares low-cost ETF range

Betashares’ new suite of low-cost diversified ETFs is expected to start trading on the ASX before the end of the year.

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Investments, Superannuation

SMSFs look beyond mainstream allocations

SMSF international alternative

The low interest rate environment is driving SMSF investors into offshore and alternative assets in greater numbers compared to their retail superannuation peers.

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Investments

Hunt for yield to intensify

yield interest rates

The continued reduction of the official interest rate will see SMSF investors increase their focus on generating yield from their investments, a global fund manager has predicted.

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Investments, Retirement

Capture spread critical for retirement investing

Sequencing risk retirees

Sequencing risk in retirement can be more effectively controlled through investments with managers with greater downside protection without necessarily having the best upside returns, according to an international wealth manager.

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