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Articles by Craig Hobart
What does the new government mean for super?
The new Labor Government will be a strong supporter of superannuation. In fact, the Prime Minister in his election night comments mentioned his government's support for "universal superannuation." However, before discussing possible developments and tweaks in respect of superannuation under the new government, let's confirm the changes that will occur from 1 July 2022.
Time to rethink emerging market debt?
Emerging market debt has had a tough 2022 so far but the market is reaching an inflection point. Much of the bad news is in the past and yields are beginning to stabilise, opening an opportunity for investors to consider rebuilding positions. Emerging market debt (EMD) has suffered an almost perfect storm this year due to rising inflation fears, higher U.S. interest rates and a sudden slowdown in China.
Reconfiguring portfolios for a structural turning point
Superannuation's structural tailwinds of the past 30 years are morphing into headwinds and traditional diversification is challenged. (As an industry) We need to reimagine asset allocation and create portfolios with assets that are inflation resistant.
Bitcoin in an SMSF
Attention has recently been given to the addition of non-traditional investments such as bitcoin in SMSF portfolios. Before doing so, SMSF trustees should take steps to understand the asset class and most importantly obtain professional advice on how they can safely implement digital assets into portfolios to ensure they meet all their fiduciary obligations as SMSF trustees and that no issues arise during annual audits.
An ethical framework for consumer-led demand
Monochrome Asset Management provides the financial advice community with research to assist advisers in improving their communication about digital assets with their clients. Having recently launched its services to the financial advice community, Monochrome has received encouraging feedback, but nonetheless recognises the challenges that many advisers face when discussing this asset class with their clients.
An ethical framework for consumer-led demand
Monochrome Asset Management provides the financial advice community with research to assist advisers in improving their communication about digital assets with their clients. Having recently launched its services to the financial advice community, Monochrome has received encouraging feedback, but nonetheless recognises the challenges that many advisers face when discussing this asset class with their clients.
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