Quarterly Economic Update: April – June 2025
The June quarter of 2025 has been a rollercoaster for the financial markets. Investors and policymakers had to deal with a mix of good news and bad – on
July 15, 2025
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Impacts of elections on the market
Labor’s election victory is historic. Votes are still being counted, but at this stage, the party will likely secure more than 90 of 151 seats* in the House of Representatives.
May 29, 2025
Making the most of a market downturn
In recent years, market volatility has once again tested the nerves of investors. From the post-COVID recovery to ongoing geopolitical tensions, persistent inflation, and rising interest rates, many are
April 17, 2025
More volatile and constrained – the macro investment outlook for 2025
With thanks to Dr Shane Oliver Head of Investment Strategy and Chief Economist, AMP Key points Introduction 2024 saw another year of strong investment returns on the back of falling
January 20, 2025
Investing for Income
Share markets are renowned for taking unexpected downturns and while history shows that markets eventually recover, this rebound in value can occasionally take time. Investors concerned about this risk might
January 14, 2025
Balancing Risk and Reward in Your Portfolio
If you own an investment property you will be aware that the return from the investment comes from two sources: income in the form of rent paid by the tenant
December 5, 2024
Stop resting on your (high income earner) laurels!
Achieving a high income is a significant accomplishment. You’ve put in the hard yards, climbed the ladder, and now you’re pulling in the big bucks! But don’t be mistaken; a
November 19, 2024
Inflation vs. Your Savings
Inflation is a slow force working against your financial goals. It can quietly erode the purchasing power of your money over time. While it’s tempting to see cash as a
November 5, 2024
When Life Changes, So Should Your Financial Goals
Marcus and Fleur, both in their 40s, led active, healthy lives with two teenage kids. Their financial plan was straightforward: work hard until their mid-50s, then retire at 60 and
November 1, 2024
Quarterly Economic Update: July – September 2024
The Australian economy is still growing, but things are moving slower than usual, and the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is being cautious with any changes to interest rates. They’re
October 17, 2024
The expensive gap between time in the market vs. timing the market
“Just keep swimming, just keep swimming.” Dory, Finding Nemo As volatility in markets continues to test investor resolve, we think all investors could learn something from Dory. This basic investment principle
October 5, 2024
Why super and growth assets like shares really are long term investments
With thanks to Dr Shane Oliver Head of Investment Strategy and Chief Economist, AMP Key points While growth assets like shares go through bouts of short-term underperformance versus bonds and
September 4, 2024