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Leverage and Risk in Fixed Income - September 2007
Despite recent negative headlines leverage is not a bad thing and can represent a valuable addition to a fixed income portfolio as long as it is managed appropriately.

Global Emerging Markets: A Growth Story - June 2007
The world's emerging equities markets are increasingly becoming an important choice for investors. We look at the reasons why.

All About REITs - June 2007
We explore the evolution of global listed property as an asset class and the investment opportunities now available to investors.

The Case for Private Equity – May 2007
The recent adverse media surrounding the mega deals and misguided views about private equity has put this asset class under the spotlight.

Global REITs Benefit Diversified Portfolios – May 2007
Outlines a number of reasons why Global Property Securities should be considered in a diversified investment portfolio.

The Return of Dividend Stocks – April 2007
Investing in companies that pay high dividends is growing in popularity. Find out why.

REITS and Market Volatility – March 2007
How are REITs impacted by sharemarket volatility? What other factors drive the performance of this growing asset class?

Is Credit the New Equity - March 2007
Credit derivatives are one of the fastest developing investment segments. Inclusion in a portfolio can result in a significant improvement in overall risk/return prospects.

Global Explosion of REITS Creates Diversification Opportunities - Dec 2006
The defensive investment characteristics of real estate plus their diversification benefits make global real estate securities attractive to investors.

A Lesson in Portfolio Construction - Aug 2006
A market-weighted approach has been the traditional way of constructing international equity portfolios - but is this the best approach?