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ICI backs stronger protection for hedge fund investors

The Washington-based Investment Company Institute (ICI) has backed moves by the US' Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to tighten the regulatory framework governing hedge funds in a bid to 'protect' investors, it has announced. "The Institute ...

Morning market wrap: FTSE-100 breaks 4,000 mark

... doubts about the strength of the US economy and what remedial action the Federal Reserve might take. The sentiment was stronger in London, pushing the FTSE-100 above the 4,000 points mark, a level not seen since late January 6. All Ordinaries: 2937.50 ...

Midday market wrap: AMP weighs down index

... Elsewhere the major banks all gained some ground, notably Commonwealth, which was up by $0.45 to $27.28. Qantas was also stronger, rising by $0.06 to $3.23. All Ordinaries: 2943.90 (+2.90) Dow Jones: 8582.68 (+128.43) NASDAQ: 1502.88 (+30.32) FTSE-100 ...

Midday market wrap: Airlines take off again

The All Ordinaries index was marginally stronger during the morning session as most of the market cooled down from yesterday's gains, but airline stocks continued to surge higher. With the SARS crisis apparently easing, Air New Zealand jumped by almost ...

Midday market wrap: Airline stocks take off

The All Ordinaries index overturned yesterday's losses in the morning session, buoyed by stronger numbers overnight on Wall Street and an easing of the SARS crisis. Qantas and Air New Zealand both received some welcome support after falling yesterday. ...

Morning market wrap: US shares surge higher

... earnings figures assuaged investors' doubts about the underlying strength of the economy. The sentiment in London was also stronger, as the FTSE-100 rose to 3940.30 points, suggesting it might soon test the 4000-point mark, where it has traded below ...

US corporate bonds to continue good start to the year: Loomis Sayles

... US fixed interest specialists Loomis Sayles. "We believe yields are biased higher this year, based on our forecast for stronger economic growth, diminishing geopolitical risk and rising Treasury borrowing needs," said Teri Mason, vice president, investment ...

Midday market wrap: Air New Zealand falls after profit warning

... announced today (see earlier story). However the All Ordinaries index as a whole continued to climb after yesterday's stronger showing. Again it was the banks and financial sector leading the way. AMP powered above the $8.00 mark to stand at $8.27 at ...

AMP reviews diversified funds benchmarks

... to international shares. It said it reflected its analysis that on the basis of more attractive valuations, slightly stronger growth prospects and franking credits, Australian shares are likely to outperform global shares over the medium-term.

Morning market wrap: Dow Jones up on positive earnings

... overnight as positive corporate earnings encouraged investors following a muted start to the week. The rise mirrored the stronger sentiment with the FTSE-100 index now edging up towards the 4,000 mark, having tested 3,500 in recent months. All Ordinaries ...

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Mercer Super chief executive steps down

RIDDHIMA TALWANI

Mercer Super chief executive Claire Ross is departing after almost 17 years in senior leadership roles at the retail super fund.

AusFood Super looks to revitalise member engagement

MATTHEW WAI

The $3.5 billion super fund has partnered with InvestStream to launch RetireSmart+, becoming the first super fund to bring an AI-powered engagement experience to some 66,000 members.

L1 Group posts 'marked recovery' in June quarter

RIDDHIMA TALWANI

L1 Group has reported a marked recovery in investment performance in the June quarter.

European PE firm mandates Apostle with Australian distribution

RIDDHIMA TALWANI

Apostle Funds Management has been appointed by European investment firm Triton Partners for the distribution of its credit strategies in Australia and New Zealand.

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