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Suncorp numbers fail to shine

RUTH LIEW | TUESDAY, 26 AUG 2008

... by the headline result, management responded well to the external challenges we faced, our business remains fundamentally sound and the outlook for the current financial year is positive," he said. Meanwhile, Suncorp chief executive John Mulcahy indicated ...

Liquidity jitters raise income yield

MICHELLE BALTAZAR | FRIDAY, 22 AUG 2008

... the fixed income market is throwing up opportunities it hasn't seen in 20 years. "Many securities that are fundamentally sound with very limited prospects of default are trading at levels that compensate investors more than ever before," said Peter Walsh ...

Plan B bears market pain

MICHELLE BALTAZAR | THURSDAY, 21 AUG 2008

Boutique wealth manager Plan B's full year results were not as stellar as the numbers in the half year although the company still managed to meet its earnings target and dish out higher-than-planned dividends for shareholders. Six months ago, Plan B ...

Aon signs UN PRI

RUTH LIEW | THURSDAY, 21 AUG 2008

... said the firm. "By becoming a signatory, Aon's Investment Consulting group reaffirms our commitment to client demands for sound, long-term investment returns that appropriately value the risks and opportunities of ESG factors," said Angie Parrish, Aon ...

Finance recruiters keen for more

RUTH LIEW | TUESDAY, 19 AUG 2008

... very rewarding, challenging the individual to continuously ensure they are up to date on industry trends, are following sound risk management procedures and are continuously improving on their performance," said Hutchinson.

Thirst for planners soars 55pc

RUTH LIEW | FRIDAY, 8 AUG 2008

... very volatile economic times and the results clearly show that more and more consumers are acknowledging the value of good, sound advice," said Jo-Ane Bloch, chief executive of the FPA. "However that poses a strain on the supply of trained and experienced ...

Super funds back aircraft fund

RUTH LIEW | THURSDAY, 7 AUG 2008

... conditions in certain regions is challenging for airlines around the world. Our focus remains on sourcing good quality assets and sound credit counterparties. Meanwhile Michael Weiss, IGAF's London-based chief executive, has rushed to reassure investors ...

Hedge funds turn insto

RUTH LIEW | FRIDAY, 25 JUL 2008

... redesigned hedge fund organisation has emerged," said Celent. "With substantial operation infrastructure capabilities and sound internal control and risk management practices in place, many large funds now have much in common with their asset management ...

Commodities bull run won't wane: GMI

RUTH LIEW | MONDAY, 21 JUL 2008

... emerging economies' growth remains pretty much intact despite the downturn. As a result, global commodity demand will remain sound. "There will obviously be periods of volatility and we're going through those at the moment. But if you take a long term ...

S&P awards hotel fund 'three stars'

MICHAEL HOBBS | WEDNESDAY, 16 JUL 2008

... ratings firm viewed the quality of the fund's investments and its management team favourably. "These attributes provide a sound platform from which to capitalise on opportunities in the current market," he said. "However, the fund exposes investors to ...

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Federal Court calls out ASIC for re-running case on appeal

RIDDHIMA TALWANI

The Full Federal Court of Australia has criticised regulators for falling back on appeals to re-litigate cases on a different legal basis than the one run at trial.

Evergreen founder exits Ascalon Capital

KARREN VERGARA

Ascalon Capital has bid farewell to Evergreen Consultants' founder Angela Ashton, shortly after acquiring the consulting firm last year.

Powerhouse Ventures partners with European fund manager

KARREN VERGARA

ASX-listed Powerhouse Ventures has partnered with an unnamed European fund manager that will commit US$50 million to its fledgling Critical Infrastructure Opportunities (CIO) Fund.

KeyInvest unveils new investment platform, awards mandate

MATTHEW WAI

KeyInvest has launched a new investment platform to include a plethora of investment strategies ranging from private credit to global equities.

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