Retirees can rest easy – economics, not politics, influences markets

One of the most bitterly divisive US presidential elections in history has investors of edge. While it will ensure market volatility, long term it’s the economy that will dictate how markets perform.

Nicholas Way | 16th Oct 2024 | More
Older generations have ‘critical’ role to play in financial education

It was Crosby Stills Nash and Young who wrote that immortal 1970 tune, Teach Your Children. Well, that’s exactly what SelfWealth’s Craig Keary is advocating to ensure the estimated $3.5 trillion wealth transfer to future generations over the next 25 years is not squandered.

Nicholas Way | 16th Oct 2024 | More
Growing number of SMSF members shunning financial advice

While two reports highlight a fall in those seeking professional input into managing their financial affairs, the irony is that client trust in advisers has never been higher.

Nicholas Way | 9th Oct 2024 | More
News
Older generations increasingly picking up the financial tab: Report

The Productivity Commission estimated $3.5 trillion will pass on to future generations over the next 25 years, with this report illustrating just how that’s playing out now in families across Australia.

Nicholas Way | 9th Oct 2024 | More
Self-funded retirees embracing ETFs as diversification tool: Report

At its kindest, the big end of town sees SMSF investors as enthusiastic amateurs. Not so, says a research report, with the data showing that these funds are demonstrating a maturing investment acumen by using ETFs to access overseas equity, bond and property markets.

Kevin Pelham | 2nd Oct 2024 | More
Research report lashes media for failing older Australians

An Australian Human Rights Commission study released this week is highly critical of the fourth estate for its coverage of ageing issues, citing a disproportionate focus on tensions between older and younger generations around wealth and finance as one obvious example.

Nicholas Way | 2nd Oct 2024 | More
Opinion
‘Just a little crazy’: SMSF retirees continue to shun fixed interest investments

Institutional investors get it. So do some financial advisers. But for most SMSFs, sovereign and corporate debt is the forgotten asset class – despite the defensive benefits it can deliver.

Nicholas Way | 18th Sep 2024 | More
How seniors can unlock housing equity while retaining legal title

Debt in retirement is often a poisoned chalice. So, a solution that allows people to tap into their home equity by selling a share of its future sale proceeds without incurring debt can be a viable option.

Nicholas Way | 4th Sep 2024 | More
Westpac results steady the banking ship after BOQ announcement

It was a mixed bag for self-funded retirees this reporting season. The big banks continued to deliver those precious franked dividends, Charter Hall gave the office sector a much-needed fillip, while Dexus reminded everyone just how much financial pain some property groups are still experiencing.

Drew Meredith | 28th Aug 2024 | More
Industrial property ‘attractive’ income, capital growth option

Despite new supply coming on to the market, economic tailwinds should continue to underpin this buoyant commercial property sector’s growth for the next decade.

Nicholas Way | 28th Aug 2024 | More
INSight #372 with Laurence Parisi from Trilogy Funds

Laurence Parisi from Trilogy Funds speaks to James Dunn from The Inside Network on resilient income.

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The private credit process: INDepth with Andrew McDonnell from Arrowpoint Capital

Andrew McDonnell from Arrowpoint Capital shares insights with James Dunn from The Inside Network on the private credit process.

The Golden Times | 21st Aug 2024 | Watch Pause
Where private credit returns come from: IN60 with Andrew McDonnell from Arrowpoint Capital

Andrew McDonnell from Arrowpoint Capital speaks to James Dunn from The Inside Network on where private credit comes from.

The Golden Times | 20th Aug 2024 | Watch Pause
INSight #373 with Laurence Parisi from Trilogy Funds

Laurence Parisi from Trilogy Funds speaks to James Dunn from The Inside Network on multi-storey industrial assets coming to the fore.

The Golden Times | 20th Aug 2024 | Watch Pause
Leaders
Franklin Templeton wins big as fund manager award winners revealed

The 35th iteration of the awards saw Franklin Templeton Australia beat out fellow finalists BlackRock, Lazard, VanEck and Macquarie Asset Management to take out the Fund Manager of the Year award.

Staff Writer | 23rd Jun 2023 | More
Woolworths, Northern Star recognised for governance at 2023 ASA Awards

The Australian Shareholders’ Association recently held its second annual ASA Awards in recognition of best corporate governance, honouring Woolworths Group for its shareholder communications and Northern Star Resources for improved governance standards.

Staff Writer | 12th May 2023 | More
SMSFs
Legacy pensions reform a game changer for many retirees

Although it’s been a long time coming, for those stuck in legacy products it’s been worth the wait. Finally, they will have the opportunity to convert or exit these outdated products and secure more control over their retirement income.

Staff Writer | 2nd Oct 2024 | More
Why reading to young children enhances grandparenting experience

Some books are timeless, having appealed to children across the generations. They offer the perfect opportunity for the older generation to enhance the relationship they have with their grandchildren by sparking a love of reading.

Jamie Nemtsas | 2nd Oct 2024 | More
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Nicholas Way is editor of The Golden Times and has covered business, retirement, politics, human resources and personal investment over a 50-year career.Lorem Ipsum Lorem Ipsum Lorem Ipsum Lorem Ipsum
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