Andrew Alcock argues portfolio diversification enhancement through increased allocation to global equities can assist advisers to add real value for SMSF clients.

SMSF investors have a habit of favouring allocations to large companies that can be considered household names. However, Louis Crous argues individuals should consider the inclusion of smaller-cap company shares in portfolios to improve overall returns.

The chase for yield in the current low interest rate environment can lure investors into taking up returns offered by instruments such as hybrids. Chris Boag though warns about the importance of conducting deeper investigations into the returns on offer to avoid any associated traps.

David Zammit puts forward compelling reasons to include investment-grade bonds from various overseas regions to enhance SMSF portfolios.

SMSFs continue to attract criticism for poor performance stemming from a lack of portfolio diversification. Gemma Dale uses the latest data to assess the real situation.

Infrastructure investments can cover a wide range of assets. Matt Bushby explains why it is important for investors to define the asset class more narrowly and looks at where some of the global opportunities now lie.

Residential mortgage-backed securities have been viewed poorly since the global financial crisis, mainly due to their failure in the US market.

In an environment where growth sectors are becoming more difficult to find for investors, Mugunthan Siva points out certain thematics make giving India some consideration prudent.

Chris Boag sheds new light on whether there is a clear winner when comparing active and passive investment management.