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Market Wrap- Midday

AAP  |  MONDAY, 31 OCT 2011
The Australian share market was slightly lower at noon on Monday as investors took a breather from the recent strong rally and awaited the release of various economic data later in the week. Local stocks were still headed for the best month in 23 years. ...

Another 'should have gone shopping' moment

BENJAMIN ONG  |  MONDAY, 31 OCT 2011
I can see clearly now, the rain is gone, I can see all obstacles in my way Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind It's gonna be a bright (bright), bright (bright) Sun-shiny day. - Johnny Nash Ok, alright, perhaps still not apropos when referring ...

DHS to takeover early super release on compassionate grounds

CLAIRE MCGREAL  |  FRIDAY, 28 OCT 2011
The government has announced a structural shake-up of the early release of superannuation benefits on specified compassionate grounds. From next month, the Department of Human Services (DHS) will take over the administration of the payments from Medicare/DHS ...

2012 China study tour launched

RACHEL DAVIS  |  FRIDAY, 28 OCT 2011
Premium China Funds Management has launched its China Study Tour for 2012, offering a unique insight into the culture and business opportunities offered by Australia's number one trading partner. Austrade has seen around 1500 companies increasing its ...

Fixville here we come

BENJAMIN ONG  |  FRIDAY, 28 OCT 2011
"Betcha by golly wow You're the one that I've been waiting for..." -Stylistics Hear ye, hear ye, the Europeans have reached an accord - and financial markets liked the sound of that. Major European equity indices soared between 2.9% (FTSE-100) and 6.3 ...

Mortgage funds to rise post-govt guarantee

ELISE BURGESS  |  THURSDAY, 27 OCT 2011
Mortgage funds will soon be a favourite for investors and advisers if market conditions remain the same and once the bank guarantee is reduced, according to investment group, Equity Trustees. A mortgage fund will be the attractive alternative to term ...

Cup Day: Aussies to win

BENJAMIN ONG  |  THURSDAY, 27 OCT 2011
Europe update: They're still having a go at it. And financial markets are bobbing up and down with every fresh update. Most European stock markets closed weaker because "Hopes fade for quick summit fix for Europe woes," says theage.com.au's headline ...

Market Wrap - Morning

AAP  |  THURSDAY, 27 OCT 2011
SYDNEY - The Australian market looks set to open higher following Wall Street's trading more than one per cent higher and after local shares rose on Wednesday. At 0840 AEDT on Thursday, the December share price index futures contract was up 27 points ...

Industry funds not our focus: Cormann

ELISE BURGESS  |  WEDNESDAY, 26 OCT 2011
Opt-in, best interest duty and the renewed call for pressure on public policy were under the spotlight as advisers gathered to hear from the Opposition on the introduction of reforms in the advice industry. Senator and shadow assistant treasurer, Mathias ...

D-day deferred

BENJAMIN ONG  |  WEDNESDAY, 26 OCT 2011
OMG! Here we go again. I hate to admit it but remember those three scenarios I listed on this space only two days ago? Well, Europe proved me wrong! For those who had a sudden attack of Mondayitis that day, here's what I wrote: "We're told that by 26 ...