The how and why of investing in bonds and fixed income

Preparing for a happier and more successful retirement

In last week’s episode, retirement researcher and strategist Phil Augustine outlined the four pillars that contribute to retirement happiness for most Australians. In this follow up, Phil outlines key strategies to improve your retirement health and happiness.

Four Pillars of Retirement Happiness

While many of us dream for decades of riding off into the sunset, research shows that many find the transition to retirement much more difficult than they anticipated. Drawing on hundreds of interviews, and thousands of pages of research, MLC Retirement Expert Phil Augustine believes a successful retirement boils down to four key things.

The how and why of investing in bonds and fixed income

We’ve recently received a number of enquiries about an asset class that rarely receives any attention from investors – yet its total market value substantially exceeds the equity market. It’s one that pays you an agreed interest rate for a set period of time when you lend your money to the Government or a company. Bonds.

Managing volatility – Strategies for 2019

After years of relatively low volatility, market gyrations took many investors by surprise in 2018. As Fidelity International’s Managing Director, Australia Alva Devoy explains, this is really a return to more normal market conditions, presenting both challenges and opportunities for investors.