News : Investments

Capital protection a priority

January 30, 2020

Capital protection is one of the most important goals for investors who currently hold a pessismistic view of the stock market, a new survey has shown.

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ATO, Investments

Detailed investment strategy guidance coming

January 29, 2020

Jason Spits

New guidance on SMSF investment strategies will soon be released, with an expert tipping the ATO will roll out detailed assistance for trustees.

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Investments

SMSFs see IPOs as too risky

January 29, 2020

Darin Tyson-Chan

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

January 28, 2020

Jason Spits

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

December 17, 2019

Darin Tyson-Chan

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

December 9, 2019

Darin Tyson-Chan

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

November 27, 2019

Jason Spits

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

November 26, 2019

Darin Tyson-Chan

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

November 26, 2019

Tharshini Ashokan

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

November 21, 2019

Jason Spits

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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