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Short selling update

On 21 September 2008, ASIC released a press release 'Covered short selling not permitted'. The effect of the action taken by ASIC is that naked short selling is banned and covered short selling is banned (subject to limited authorised market-maker exemptions).

ASIC has stated that it will reassess and advise the market in 30 days, whether or not it will at that time, or at a later date, reopen covered short sales for non-financial stocks. Please visit the ASIC website for more information. An update of ASIC's response to short selling as at 23 September 2008 is available.

ASX Limited Annual General Meeting

ASX Limited's AGM was held at 11:00 on Wednesday 24 September 2008. A webcast of the meeting is available. For more information, visit the ASX shareholder centre.

New market service for Managed Funds, ETFs and Structured Products

The new service is aimed at domestic and international product issuers that provide products for both retail and institutional investors. More information.

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Hybrids explained

While share investors have been on a white knuckle ride through the markets over the past twelve months, investors holding hybrid securities have, for the most part, been able to watch from a safe distance. Brad Dunn from Ord Minnett explains the benefits and risks.

Hybrids explained

When will the mining boom end?

So much hinges on the longevity of the resources boom in Australia that one of the major questions on investors' minds is: when will it end? Toni Case, managing editor of CompareShares.com.au and FatCat.com.au offers insights into the outlook for the biggest mining boom in more than a century.

When will the mining boom end?