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Main points:

• Equity markets were mixed but bonds fell heavily.
• Currency markets had significant moves.
• Timing markets is difficult, but cash yields are becoming meaningful again. 
• Unhedged exposures performed relatively well. 
• NZ and Australian equity markets were resilient.
• Fixed income returns were poor again.
• Alternative asset classes have added substantial value to portfolio returns.