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Hidden fees are a super problem
Personal Finance
Hidden fees are a super problem
Most Australians don’t realise they are being charged up to six different types of fees on their superannuation. These fees can be opaque and...
Tony Kaye | 25 November 2024
Chart of the week: A reliable predictor of the success of an investment
Funds
Chart of the week: A reliable predictor of the success of an investment
This week's chart of the week looks at the impact of fees on the success of funds.
Shani Jayamanne | 21 November 2024
Investing in an ETF listed overseas
ETFs
Investing in an ETF listed overseas
Investors are turning overseas for greater choice but there are some considerations. 
Shani Jayamanne | 19 November 2024
Investing Compass: What return are you actually getting from shares?
Stocks
Investing Compass: What return are you actually getting from shares?
We break down each of the components of a total return to understand what you get at the end of your investment. 
Shani Jayamanne | 10 November 2023
How to invest in funds for free (almost)
Funds
How to invest in funds for free (almost)
Although investors should not aim only to minimise costs, fees eat into compounded returns over the long term. Markets are competitive and it is...
Graham Hand | 14 September 2023
The price of admission into superannuation in Australia
Retirement
The price of admission into superannuation in Australia
The quarterly Morningstar Superannuation Survey focuses on fund performance, total fees (including investment and administration), and net assets of...
Annika Bradley | 14 August 2023
Australia lags the world in fund disclosure
Funds
Australia lags the world in fund disclosure
A global report into managed funds shows Australia continues to have the weakest portfolio disclosure requirements in the developed world.
Sarah Dowling | 19 May 2023
Who will win Australia’s ETF wars?
ETFs
Who will win Australia’s ETF wars?
ETFs remain one of the hottest investment products but who will emerge as the sector’s biggest player? Spoiler: it may not be Vanguard or...
James Gruber | 11 May 2023
7 red flags fund investors should watch out for
Funds
7 red flags fund investors should watch out for
There are many things to consider when picking a great fund to invest in, but knowing what to avoid is just as important.
Sarah Dowling | 05 May 2023
What to consider when choosing a fund or ETF
Funds
What to consider when choosing a fund or ETF
Apart from fees, what considerations should investors keep in mind when picking a fund or ETF?
Ian Tam, CFA | 01 February 2023