April 2026 Economic & Market Review – Ceasefire Sparks a Rebound, Earnings Shine, and Inflation Pressures Build
Talking points
- A ceasefire turned sentiment around: An early-month ceasefire in the Iran War lifted hopes that the Strait of Hormuz would reopen, briefly pushing oil below US$100 a barrel and sparking a powerful relief rally across risk assets.
- US equities led a global rebound: In US dollar terms the S&P 500 rebounded 10.5%, while the
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2026-27 Federal Budget Financial Planning Summary
Yes, it is that exciting time of the year again. Treasurer Jim Chalmers has handed down the 2026-27 Federal Budget and as expected, this year’s announcement focused heavily on the Government’s tax reform agenda, with significant changes proposed for capital gains tax, negative gearing, and discretionary trusts.
For superannuation, the Budget proved to be a quiet night....
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