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11 July 2019/Market Update
Happy New Financial Year 2019!
Bill Bracey provides a video economic update for the new financial year, covering markets, property and interest rates.
2 April 2019/Market Update
2019 Federal Budget announces a $7.1 Billion suplus in next financial year
The 2019-20 Federal Budget promise… This evening the government has stuck to its plan for building a stronger Australian economy, headlined by announcing a $7.1 Billion surplus next financial year. Below is a link to…
20 March 2019/Market Update
Australia slides into a “per capita recession”
Australian growth has slowed to a per capita recession. Here’s what it means for unemployment, inflation and the RBA’s next move.
22 January 2019/Market Update
2019 – a list of lists regarding the macro investment outlook
Despite continued volatility, 2019 is likely to be better for diversified investors than 2018. Here’s our list of lists on the outlook.
30 July 2018/Market Update
2017-18 saw strong returns for diversified investors
2017-18 delivered strong returns for diversified investors, but it was a tale of two halves. Here’s what the last financial year taught us.
1 July 2018/Market Update
Australians reveal their priority goals
Most Australians indicate their biggest life goal is a financial one, but many admit failing to plan is a roadblock. Increased household debt, record-high property prices and the aftermath of the global financial crisis…
9 May 2018/Market Update
SFP – 2018 Federal Budget Review
What does the 2018-19 Federal Budget mean to the majority of our clients? Watch the following video for a summary of proposed changes in Federal Budget 2018-19 by Sydney Financial Planning’s CEO Bill Bracey.
12 March 2018/Market Update
The Australian economy – five reasons growth will continue
The Australian economy is growing but below potential. Here are five reasons why growth is likely to continue.
11 March 2018/Market Update
Higher global inflation and higher bond yields
Rising global inflation and bond yields are shifting — here’s what it means for shares and property.
29 January 2018/Market Update
Review of 2017, outlook for 2018
2017 was a strong year for investors. Here’s what to expect in 2018 as volatility rises and the sweet spot continues.
1 November 2017/Market Update
Will Australian House Prices Crash?
Five reasons why calls for an Australian property crash are more complicated than they suggest.
13 July 2017/Market Update
From goldilocks to taper tantrum 2.0
Central banks are edging toward tighter policy, causing market volatility. Three reasons investors shouldn’t be fussed.









