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Bonds, Investments

Bonds a safe haven in volatile markets

Bonds Interest rates Floating and fixed rates Income Asset Management SMSF Self-managed superannuation

Investors should consider balancing their portfolios with both fixed and floating-rate bonds to secure stable returns amidst economic uncertainty.

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Compliance & Regulation, Investments, Property, SMSF

Laws impact overseas property holdings

Overseas property 13.22C entity In-house asset Sole purpose test SMSF Self-managed superannuation

While SMSFs can invest in property overseas, Australian laws may consider such an action a breach of trustee obligations and caution should be exercised.

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ETFs, Investments

New hedged tech ETF hits market

Global X ETF Exchange-traded fund Global X FANG+ (currency-hedged) ETF

Global X has broadened its range of currency-hedged ETFs by introducing a fund aimed at providing exposure to some of the largest technology companies in the United States.

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Legislation, NALI/NALE

Parliament passes NALE bill

NALE Senate House of representatives Treasury Laws Amendment (Support for Small Business and Charities and Other Measures) Bill 2023 Parliament Stephen Jones

Changes to the NALE provisions will become law, with only the question of when they will take effect yet to be answered.

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ATO, Auditing, SMSF

Action starting on unchanged asset values

SAR SMSF annual return ATO unchanged asset values

The ATO has issued letters to SMSFs that continue to report unchanged asset values and will be focusing on this year’s annual returns.

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Economy, Investments, Technology

Data needs will drive nuclear growth

Nuclear energy Artificial intelligence Global X

The growth of automation and digital services will drive the demand for more sources of energy, with nuclear power being seen as a viable option.

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Compliance & Regulation, LRBA

Safe harbour rates to rise

LRBA Interest rates Safe harbour Related-party loans SMSF self-managed superannuation

The safe harbour interest rates for related-party loans under an LRBA have increased slightly for the next financial year, avoiding the sharp rise of 12 months ago.

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International Shares, Investments

Strong outlook for emerging markets

Emerging markets Developed markets Eastspring Investments

Emerging market equities are set to rebound after a period of dormancy due to increased spending on infrastructure and potential interest rate cuts.

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Compliance & Regulation, Pensions, SMSF

Penalties severe for TRIS payment errors

TRIS Retirement-phase pension Maximum drawdown Minimum drawdown ECPI

Trustees who do not observe the minimum and maximum payment thresholds for a non-retirement-phase TRIS will be subject to harsh penalties.

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ETFs, Investments

New bitcoin ETF hits the market

Bitcoin ETF VanEck

ETF manager VanEck has launched Australia’s first bitcoin ETF on the ASX, providing investors with exposure to the world’s most popular cryptocurrency.

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