Dear %%first_name%%,

Despite concerns earlier about the bailout plan for Cyprus being in disarray, the S&P 500 gained overnight and is now only around six points away from its all time high of 1,565. Locally, we’re just shy of the 5,000 mark.

So which stocks should you be looking at right now? IT is big business in the US, but locally represents less than 1% of total market capitalisation. Is the sector too small to matter? Ron Bewley investigates. Plus, the recruitment industry took a hit during the GFC. James Dunn analyses companies in the sector to see if they’re worth a look.

Also in The Switzer Super Report, Chad Padowitz from Wingate Asset Management tells us why he likes a US listed oil company – Occidental Petroleum, Andrew Bloore reveals the investment rules for your SMSF to live by, and Gavin Madson shows why the chance of more rate cuts has dropped. Plus, don’t miss the question of the week – what is considered a long-term investment?

Have a great day.



Sincerely,

Peter Switzer

I returned from my trip to Vietnam this week and spoke to SMSF specialist at AMP, Paul Sainsbury, about some issues for DIYers.