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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.
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.
Australia slides into a “per capita recession
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.
Macro investment outlook - 2019
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.
The Australian Economy
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.
Higher global inflation
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.
Australian House Prices
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.
Market update
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.
54.2 million worries
2 November 2016/Market Update

54.2 million worries – five ways to help manage the noise

Despite a long list of investor worries, five practical ways to manage the noise and stay focused on long-term investment strategy.
World Economy
23 September 2016/Financial Advice

What’s Really Going on in the World Economically

…Without the Bullshit The Global Financial World has had a lot going on over recent years. Ever since the Global Financial Crisis, interest in the economic situation has peaked among the general public, although it is…
Zen of a market crash
8 April 2016/Financial Advice

Zen of a market crash

Market corrections , market dips, bear markets….. who loves them? Not many…but what if I told you that maybe you should…? Actually, they’re never called any of the above. They’re always called a crash.