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Rising interest rates, falling house prices and persistent inflation may have left many Australians feeling pessimistic about the Australian economy, but not AMP Deputy Chief Economist Diana Mousina.

Sara Allen

5 Nov 2026

China’s Record Slump: Opportunity or Value Trap?

China’s blue-chip CSI 300 index recently suffered its longest losing streak since the index was created in 2005, falling for 11 consecutive weeks.

Investor Education Managed Fund ETF Equities

4 Nov 2026

· Simon Turner

· 9 MIN READ

Agentic AI Adoption & the Case for Samsung Electronics

Most people’s experience of artificial intelligence has been the chatbot: ask a question, get an answer. That use is still growing. What is changing—and what matters for Contrarius’ Funds—is the next layer of demand.

Technology Equities Managed Fund

2 Nov 2026

· Chris Watson & Simon Raubenheimer

· 10 MIN READ

We Ran the Efficient Frontier to Find the Ultimate 5-ETF Portfolios

It’s one thing committing to your investment plan and regularly investing to ensure your portfolio compounds into the wealth you’re aiming for.

ETF Investor Education

2 Nov 2026

· Simon Turner

· 9 MIN READ

China’s Record Slump: Opportunity or Value Trap?

China’s blue-chip CSI 300 index recently suffered its longest losing streak since the index was created in 2005, falling for 11 consecutive weeks.

Investor Education Managed Fund ETF Equities

4 Nov 2026

· Simon Turner

· 9 MIN READ

Agentic AI Adoption & the Case for Samsung Electronics

Technology Equities Managed Fund

2 Nov 2026

· Chris Watson & Simon Raubenheimer

· 10 MIN READ

We Ran the Efficient Frontier to Find the Ultimate 5-ETF Portfolios

It’s one thing committing to your investment plan and regularly investing to ensure your portfolio compounds into the wealth you’re aiming for.

ETF Investor Education

2 Nov 2026

· Simon Turner

· 9 MIN READ

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How to make More Money in Bond Funds with a Superior Understanding of Duration

In the world of bond investing, few concepts are as powerful, or as misunderstood, as duration. Often simplified as a measure of interest rate sensitivity, duration can be used as a powerful tool to help investors make more informed and profitable decisions when investing in bond funds. Moreover, understanding duration at a deeper level can significantly enhance investors’ returns and reduce their risk by optimising timing, improving fund selection, and navigating changing interest rate environments more effectively…

Fixed Interest Investor Education

11 June 2025

· Simon Turner

· 7 MIN READ

The Importance of Holding Cash in this Precarious Market

The world has changed and global markets appear to be trying to tell investors something important: this is a time for caution, not bravado. As global economic and geopolitical uncertainties deepen, one of the most underrated advantages you can give yourself is simple but not easy: holding a sizeable cash weighting…

Macro Investor Education

9 June 2025

· Simon Turner

· 5 MIN READ

Why Salary Sacrifice into Super Still Stacks Up

Salary sacrificing into super has long been one of the most effective ways to manage taxes while building long-term wealth. Even with new rules on the horizon—like the proposed tax on super balances above $3 million cap—the fundamental attractions of this strategy remain unchanged. In a high-tax environment, it’s worth taking a fresh look at how this tax-efficient strategy fits into your broader financial plan.

Superannuation Accounts Investor Education

5 June 2025

· Ankita Rai

· 5 MIN READ

Why U.S. Family Offices Are Going Longer America

While broader market sentiment remains clouded by geopolitical risks, rising U.S. government debt, and fears of a global economic slowdown, America’s wealthiest families are leaning into U.S. assets, not away from them.

Managed Fund ETF Investor Education

4 June 2025

· Simon Turner

· 5 MIN READ

The Case for Global Diversification in a Fractured World

How fast markets change. After more than a decade of U.S. equity market dominance, the MSCI EAFE index, which tracks developed markets across Europe, Australasia, and the Far East, has outperformed the S&P 500 by 15% year-to-date (as of May 1st). In a world increasingly redefined by geopolitical tensions, inflation risks, and de-globalisation, investors are rightly asking: does this dramatic trend reversal signal a longer term turning point for the relative performance of U.S. versus global markets?

Managed Fund ETF Macro

2 June 2025

· Simon Turner

· 5 MIN READ

The end of an epoch. Warren Buffett retires

Australian investors, engrossed in the 2025 Federal Election, may have missed a seismic shift in the global financial landscape: Warren Buffett, the legendary investor and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, announced his retirement at the age of 94. On Saturday, during the company’s annual shareholder meeting in Omaha, Nebraska, Buffett revealed he would step down as CEO and chairman by the end of the year, handing the reins to Vice Chairman Greg Abel.

Investor Education

30 May 2025

· Roger Montgomery

· 9 MIN READ

End of Financial Year Tips for Investors: What You Need to Know

As the 2024–25 financial year winds down, June offers a valuable opportunity for Australian investors to review their financial affairs, wrap up their tax strategies, and position their portfolios for the financial year ahead. Because tax is assessed annually, the timing of when you receive income or realise capital gains can make a meaningful difference to your overall liability. Whether you’re holding shares, property, or managing an SMSF, now is the time to take stock and act on any outstanding issues. Here are the five main considerations as you prepare for the end of the financial year (EOFY)…

Investor Education Superannuation Accounts

29 May 2025

· Ankita Rai

· 6 MIN READ

The US Bond Market is Telling a Worrying Story

The US bond market is sounding alarm bells at the moment. From rising Treasury yields to historic credit rating downgrades, the message is clear: the foundations of US economic credibility are under unprecedented strain.

Macro Investor Education

28 May 2025

· Simon Turner

· 4 MIN READ

Can Impact Investing Sidestep the Challenges of its Big Brother, ESG?

We wrote recently about how the DEI backlash has affected the ESG investment landscape. Long story short: it’s had a detrimental impact on US flows into ESG assets, although the long term arguments in favour of ESG investing arguably remain unscathed.

ESG Managed Fund Investor Education

26 May 2025

· Simon Turner

· 6 MIN READ

$3 Million Super Tax Cap: Why It's Time to Revisit Your Retirement Strategy

Australia’s retirement planning landscape is shifting. Labor’s proposal to introduce a 30% tax on super balances above $3 million has sparked significant concern and has forced many wealthy Australians to revisit what they once considered to be rock-solid, tax-efficient retirement plans. The Treasury estimates the changes will initially impact around 80,000 people.

Superannuation Accounts Investor Education

22 May 2025

· Ankita Rai

· 6 MIN READ

Why Managed Funds & ETFs Happily Coexist in Most Portfolios

The managed fund versus ETF debate continues to rage across financial markets. Whilst some would argue that ETFs have been winning that debate for many years, there are compelling benefits of investing in managed funds alongside ETFs that are worth being aware of. Let’s unpack the nuances, and discover the benefits of a combined ETF/managed fund strategy…

Managed Fund ETF Investor Education

21 May 2025

· Simon Turner

· 6 MIN READ

Finding the Wood for the Trees Amidst the ETF Universe

They track well-known indexes. They have easy to understand themes. They’re straightforward to trade. Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are here to stay as mainstream investment vehicles which make millions of investors’ lives easier. For most investors, choosing the right ETFs can be a pivotal step in building a successful investment portfolio. With the vast array of ETFs available, each tailored to different sectors, asset classes, and investment strategies, selecting the right ETFs requires careful consideration…

ETF Managed Fund Investor Education

19 May 2025

· Simon Turner

· 7 MIN READ

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