Economic and financial markets Global sharemarkets fell on Thursday on fears of a trade war between the US and China. US President Trump has indicated that tariffs may be applied on US$60 billion…
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Economic Update
Australia CPI data for the September quarter showed prices rising 1.8% from a year ago. This was below expectations of a 2.0% increase. Recent increases in utility prices had a more modest…
Negative gearing – smart strategy or risky business?
Property is always a hot topic of conversation whether it’s on the news media or at backyard barbeques, everyone seems to be talking property prices. Fuelling the conversation is the news that…
Why insurance is important – real benefits for you and your family
Insurance is all about protecting what you have now and what you need to have in the event of the unexpected. As you travel through life, the protection you need is likely…
Market Update
United States US equities rose over the month with the S&P 500 recording a gain of 1.9%, achieving a new all-time high, as did the Dow Jones Industrial Average, which surpassed 20,000…