Market-timers get burnt

Article Abstract:

Funds reported an average loss of 4.1% on investments in balanced superannuation portfolios, assets consultants and fund managers are arguing about whether it is time for a change in the way long-term savings are invested in the end of the 2001-02 financial year. The combination of declining returns and increasing volatility suggests a need for more caution in portfolio construction.

Commercial Banks, Investment Banking and Securities Dealing, Sales, profits & dividends, Portfolio Management, Portfolio & Funds Management, Company sales and earnings, Company earnings/profit, Business losses

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A different derivative

Article Abstract:

A new type of financial derivative, i.e., "contract for difference", is fast becoming popular with Australian finance companies. The salient aspects of the financial instrument are discussed.

Services information, Security brokers and dealers, Securities & Commodities Services, Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities, Analysis, Services, Derivatives (Financial instruments), Securities industry

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