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CalSTRS seeking ESG managers

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  TUESDAY, 18 OCT 2016
... considerations in areas such as security analysis, portfolio modeling and investment analytics, and will demonstrate an ability to generate excess market returns over the long-term," Ailman said. To be considered, firms must be a registered adviser ...

Lonsec rates Altius bond funds

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  TUESDAY, 18 OCT 2016
... ratings highlight the importance of bond funds in investor portfolios. "Investors continue to be concerned about how to generate yield and income in the current market environment, with volatility an ever-present issue. Well-managed, nimble bond funds ...

Legg Mason, AB funds highly recommended

MARK SMITH  |  WEDNESDAY, 12 OCT 2016
... its 'fifth distribution' that re-invests annual capital gains back into the trust to further grow the capital base and generate more income over time. In its report Lonsec said Martin Currie Australia, led by Reece Birtles, is "one of the most experienced ...

BlackRock launches smart beta ETF suite

ALEX BURKE  |  MONDAY, 10 OCT 2016
... customised investments for the Australian market. In an environment with lower returns and increased volatility, being able to generate outperformance and reduce risk at low cost is increasingly important." The purpose of the minimum volatility ETFs ...

Popularity of annuity bonds set to soar

KERRIE SYDEE  |  MONDAY, 10 OCT 2016
Indexed annuity bonds are expected to experience sales growth over the next 12 months as the reality of low interest rates and high volatility drives more investors to the asset class. FIIG Securities national manager of adviser services, Simon Michell ...

More poor customer outcomes expected: Narev

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  WEDNESDAY, 5 OCT 2016
... recently been banned by ASIC, citing that despite allegations of misconduct and the provision of inappropriate products to generate high commissions having been raised "some years ago", the bank's internal investigation is still incomplete. Narev also ...

Top boutique in first push for new investors

MARK SMITH  |  FRIDAY, 30 SEP 2016
... investment strategy, Mitchell insists there's no secret source - just good old-fashioned elbow grease. "We think you generate returns by doing the work that others don't," Mitchell said. "We're looking for companies that are undiscovered by the market ...

A-REIT added to Asgard platform

DARREN SNYDER  |  TUESDAY, 27 SEP 2016
A high conviction, actively managed fund providing access to a diversified portfolio of ASX-listed real estate securities has been added to the Asgard platform. The Folkestone Maxim A-REIT Securities Fund is the newest addition, known for its disciplined ...

AMP Capital strengthens US infrastructure debt team

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  FRIDAY, 16 SEP 2016
... is a growing asset class in the US and we are seeing increased interest from local investors who like its ability to generate consistent, attractive cash yields with capital stability. We find that the risk and return profile of our infrastructure debt ...

Regal named best Australian hedge fund

MARK SMITH  |  FRIDAY, 16 SEP 2016
... capital. This requires these managers to assess and manage the absolute level of risk in their portfolios, aiming to generate positive returns agnostic of market movements." The event also raised funds from net sponsorships, ticket sales and donations ...