February 2024 Economic & Market Review – Global Markets Surge, Interest Rate Shifts, and ASX Reporting Season Insights
Talking points
- Strong Global Market Performance: In February, global markets experienced a surge in performance, fueled by the standout performance of select mega tech giants. Notably, the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq 100 all showcased notable gains, underlining the dominance of risk assets on the international stage.
- Interest Rate Dynamics: Throughout
Stage 3 tax cuts for 2025FY and what they mean for you
The Labor tax package passed through the upper house on Tuesday night with bipartisan support. The quick passage of the bill means the cuts will start applying to people’s incomes from July 1.
What does this mean for you?
The stage 3 tax cuts will make the following changes to tax rates and...
January 2024 Economic & Market Review – Market rally takes a breath and waits on rate cuts
Talking points
- Market Momentum Slows: January was another positive month for developed market equities, although returns moderated following a strong December rally. Driving forces were shifts in bond yields and currency movements, weighing particularly on infrastructure and bond proxies.
- Waiting on Interest Rate Cuts: On the interest rate front, domestic bond
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Financial red flags for a relationship – Episode 127
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Investing in a bear market – Episode 126
We’re back! On this episode Pete Pennicott & Zac Masters discuss what is happening in the world at the moment with the US entering a bear market. They alsoListen Here -
Top 10 Financial Planning Jargon Terms – Episode 125
On this episode Zac Masters & Anthony Malvaso unpack the top ten financial planning jargon terms.Listen Here