April 2008 Newsletter
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Commercial property values after the credit crunchThis Oliver's Insights article looks at the outlook for unlisted commercial property office, retail and industrial) yields and values in response to the credit crunch and the deteriorating economic outlook. Putting negative investment returns in contextThis Oliver's Insights article looks at the slump in investment returns for diversified (superannuation) funds over the last five months, and the temptation many investors naturally have to switch to cash. The Reserve Bank grows some teethOur central bank has not been winning many public relations awards in recent weeks. There appears to have been a distinct change in strategy with the Reserve Bank now using its public comments and press releases to add to the efficacy of its monetary policy settings. Getting on top of debtWith interest rates at their highest level in 11 years and consumer spending at record levels, managing your debts can be a careful balancing act. Ham, Zucchini and Carrot FritterPacked with vegetables, this low-fat fritter is a great one for fussy eaters (big and little). |