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Investors with fixed-interest portfolios look forward to invest in higher-yielding investments ranging from debentures to hybrid securities and types of mezzanine finance. These investments offer high returns than cash and term deposits and sometimes opportunity to make capital gains.

Strong demand for materials from China and an upswing in commodity prices have countered the effect of a weaker U.S. dollar. It has helped the Colonial First State Global Resources Fund return 30%.

The Australian dollars have become more valuable for investors. About one-third of investor returns come from overseas and a lot of that total is earned from U.S. dollar.

Stock picking is the crucial factor in generating good returns. Three comparatively different stocks are recommended for investment.

Six 20-year-olds who have experienced extremely low markets realize that negative returns are part of the investment scene. These investors trusted their advisers with all the investment strategies.

Declining returns have compelled retirees surviving on their superannuation to evaluate their pension strategies. The main issue is whether to maintain a cash reserve or opt for balanced long-term investment portfolio.

The September 11 incident or slack corporate control are blamed for the poor returns on investments. The basic causes however seem to be the speculative settings and surplus valuations.

MANAGING: DIY super funds seem to be more profitable than public offer super funds that yield low returns even in an upward share market. Investment portfolio can be diversified once DIY funds start generating consistent returns.

INVESTING: Investors need to consider the possibility of negative returns and evaluate their risk tolerance levels. It is important to understand the compromises required to achieve the goals and the risks involved in that strategy.