In this month’s update, we provide a snapshot of economic occurrences both nationally and from around the globe. The U.S. election wash-up Trump 2.0 – Trump euphoria. Since the election of U.S. President Donald Trump for a second term, investors have been busy deliberating what it means for the global economy and financial markets. So […]

Donald Trump has been re-elected as the 47th President of the United States, with the Republican Party regaining control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives. This political shift is expected to bring significant policy changes, which could impact various sectors and the overall market. Following the election, US stock futures surged, and […]

In this month’s update, we provide a snapshot of economic occurrences both nationally and from around the globe. Key points: The US Federal Reserve cuts its cash interest rate by 0.50% Inflation is now largely contained, the US is cutting interest rates – Australia however, is still ‘on hold’ Share markets were buoyed by the […]

In this month’s update, we provide a snapshot of economic occurrences both nationally and from around the globe. Key points: ‘The time has come for interest rate policy to adjust’ Jerome Powell Has the Fed managed to steer the US economy to a soft landing? RBA governor Michelle Bullock rules out an official interest rate […]

In this month’s update, we provide a snapshot of economic occurrences both nationally and from around the globe. Key points: Has the US and Australia finally reached a turning point in their interest rate cycles? Despite conjecture we think the RBA is done The US Federal Reserve has clearly changed its rates position but no […]

In this month’s update, we provide a snapshot of economic occurrences both nationally and from around the globe. Key points: Four major developed world central banks have already cut interest rates The US Federal Reserve and the Bank of England have all but flagged they are ready to start Australia’s RBA will be late to […]

In this month’s update, we provide a snapshot of economic occurrences both nationally and from around the globe. Key points: The US Fed gets back on track talking of ‘when’ for rate cuts as data continues to soften modestly RBA inflation data still on the high side but in per capita terms the situation is […]

In this special report, we look at the key takeouts from the 2024 Federal Budget and what it means for individuals and businesses. This includes changes to tax, superannuation and social security that may impact wealth creation and retirement funding strategies. Overview In reality, there is very little change in this year’s budget that has […]

In this month’s update, we provide a snapshot of economic occurrences both nationally and from around the globe. Key points: Recent inflation numbers suggesting that inflation remains ‘sticky’. Central Bank interest rate increases are back on the table but still less likely than cuts. US economic growth softens in the March quarter.  The Big Picture […]

In this month’s update we provide a snapshot of economic occurrences both nationally and from around the globe. Key points: The first developed world Central Bank implements the first interest rate cut. The USA economy is still aiming for an economic ‘soft landing’. Australia still in a ‘per capita’ recession but RBA still hedging its […]