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Most Valuable Industries in the World 2026

Check out which industries make up the biggest portion of the global ecomony.
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Iran conflict: Keeping perspective on market risk

Tensions in the Middle East have rattled global markets. Both equities and bonds have experienced losses amid great uncertainty, and oil prices have spiked, creating a challenging dynamic.
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Interest rates likely to stay higher for longer

The recent rate hike suggests that the Reserve Bank of Australia is prepared to move policy into more restrictive territory
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Most Reliable Car Brands in 2026

Check out which car brands are the most likely to stay on the road and not cost you a fortune to fix.
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AI use needed with proper safeguards

The SMSF Association has suggested practitioners servicing the sector must equip themselves with more than just technical knowledge in an era of rapid technological change to provide a robust advice proposition to clients.
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Are downsizer contributions losing steam?

Tax Office data shows fewer people used its super scheme in 2024-25
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Investment and economic outlook, February 2026

latest forecasts for investment returns and region-by-region economic outlook
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Coercive control in SMSF becoming a hot issue

AFCA is anticipating there will be more focus on coercive control and elder abuse going forward.
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What to look for when choosing a financial adviser

Here's how to find a financial adviser who can provide the right support for you
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Thinking of establishing an SMSF? Don’t skip reading the rules

As the establishment of new SMSFs continues to rise, the ATO is reminding potential trustees to ensure they are aware of the different requirements depending on whether their fund has individual trustees or a corporate trustee.
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Super versus trusts: What is the best option with Div 296?

Super used to be clearly the “best” option due to low tax rates but the increasing complexity of things like Division 296 tax, compliance risk, and death benefits tax is narrowing that advantage, a top specialist said.
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Rare and vanishing: Animals That May Go Extinct Soon

Check out which animals are on the brink of extiction and If we don't act now, they could vanish forever.
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