Take a look inside some absolute-return strategies
Credit markets, liquid strategies and allocation size are all factors as investors look into alternatives.
Standoff over RG 97 review
ASIC’s deeply unpopular ‘RG 97’ rules are destined to preoccupy superannuation regulatory compliance teams for a third year running in 2018.
Multi-asset funds spark fights for capital
Multi-asset funds can help investors limit certain risks, but deciding where exactly they fit into the portfolio can be a challenge.
CIO Sentiment Survey 2017: Seeking alpha for less
Insourcing funds management and putting the squeeze on external managers feature in the plans of Australia’s leading investment chiefs.
Perilous markets make the case for absolute returns
In a world of increased volatility and low returns, absolute return strategies focused on capital preservation are more important than ever.
The hunt for genuine alpha
Alpha still exists, but it is often hard to define and difficult to find, a panel of absolute return-style investors agreed.
Qantas Super’s Anne Ward: Culture of respect
CHAIR’s SEAT | In this Q&A, Qantas Super’s Anne Ward shares her views on bringing out the best in colleagues and engaging with management.
AMP Capital’s ‘overwhelmingly positive’ ESG journey
AMP Capital head of ESG Adam Kirkman discusses divesting from tobacco and some weapons, and the path to an ethical decision-making plan.
Be wary of investing in the next Airbnb’s victims
Goldman Sachs warns that Australian super funds should be attuned to how disruptor businesses will affect today’s blue-chip stocks.
REST Industry Super recruits new chief executive from AMP
One of the most hotly contested positions in super has been filled; REST has named its replacement for outgoing CEO Damian Hill.
AIST swallows Industry Funds Forum
The two superannuation industry associations choose to merge as the lines dividing them become increasingly blurred.
Industry on back foot after Turnbull’s royal backflip
Super industry groups have expressed disappointment and suspicion at the PM’s decision to hold a royal commission at the banks’ request.
