Global funds ride wild dollar

Article Abstract:

Australian investors in the U.S. and European international funds did exceptionally well in 1998. Global diversification offers Australians the opportunity to invest in industries and companies not available locally, such as pharmaceuticals and technology. It also exposes people to high growth regions, such as Southeast Asia, or more recently Europe. However, investors should never underestimate the value of currency.

International aspects, Investments

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Making sense of pension and annuties

Article Abstract:

Issues related to the rules for retirement planning are examined, focusing on the definitions of common pensions and the financial and legal context in which retirement planning is made. Topics include the difference between pensions and annuities, complying pensions, allocated pensions, tax considerations, and social security.

Planning, Pensions, Retirement income, Annuities

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The race to riches

Article Abstract:

Issues related to financial planning for retirement are examined, focusing on strategies to accelerate income growth. Topics include advantages of growth funds, importance of international diversification, investment fees, real estate investments, superannuation, and reliance on financial advisors.

Statistical Data Included

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