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Australian Economy

Insights and commentary on the trends shaping Australia’s economy.

Acessing superannuation in Coronavirus Crisis
3 April 2020/Market Update

Thinking of accessing your super due to coronavirus crisis?

Here are practical key points for you to consider.
Coronavirus - Recession, Depression or Economic Hit?
29 March 2020/Market Update

Is coronavirus driving a recession, depression or an economic hit like no other?

Global shares have entered a bear market. Whether it’s short or long depends on how the coronavirus economic hit unfolds.
Federal Government Stimulus Package 2020
23 March 2020/Market Update

Further Federal Government stimulus package announced

On 22 March 2020 the Government announced a further package of measures designed to stimulate the economy and assist individuals and businesses with mitigating the negative economic impacts associated with the…
Coronavirus and Financial Markets Melt Down
15 March 2020/Market Update

Coronavirus and financial markets melt down. What to do?

After being a Financial Planner for over 30 year and being an avid investor for over 45 years. I thought I’d seen it all.
2020 plunge in shares
3 March 2020/Market Update

The plunge in shares – seven things investors need to keep in mind

Share markets have fallen sharply on coronavirus fears. Here are seven things investors need to keep in mind.
Economy review of 2019 and outlook for 2020
27 December 2019/Market Update

Review of 2019, outlook for 2020 – the beat goes on

2019 delivered solid returns despite slowing growth and trade wars. Here’s what to expect heading into 2020.
Australian's are a generous nation
25 September 2019/Market Update

Australia is a generous nation

Almost $20 billion spent on gifts each year, Australia is a generous nation.
Why recession in Australia is unlikely
8 September 2019/Market Update

Nine reasons why recession remains unlikely in Australia

Australian growth is weak but nine factors suggest a recession remains unlikely. Here’s what to watch.
Escalating US-China trade war
7 August 2019/Market Update

Escalating US-China trade war

The US-China trade war is escalating and poses a rising threat to global growth. Here’s what it means for investors.
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.
SFP - 2018 Federal Budget Review
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…
Australian Priorities
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…