Dear %%first_name%%,

Wall Street had another do-nothing session last night as investors wait not only for the European Central Bank (ECB) to do something in early September but also a possible third round of stimulus from the US Federal Reserve. Locally however, stocks are up again as good earnings results roll in.

Charlie gives you his thoughts on Commonwealth Bank after its ‘dividend surprise’ yesterday. Meanwhile, I tell you about how investing in an exchange-traded fund helped me out of a bind. Paul Rickard analyses Crown’s new ‘hybrid’ fixed-interest security and Ron Bewley reveals which resource stocks he owns and why the sector is making a comeback. Plus, Andrew Bloore explains why you can’t run your SMSF while living overseas.

Have a great afternoon!



Sincerely,

Peter Switzer

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