Markets have been unsettled. Narratives have shifted quickly. And yet, for disciplined investors, none of this should come as a surprise. The March quarter has delivered a sharp and, in many respects, healthy reminder of what investing actually involves. Markets have been volatile. Confidence has moved in cycles rather than in a straight line. And […]
READ MOREBusinesses are often not only affected by their own management decisions, but the wider trends of the economy, and conditions in their industry segment. Predicting the impacts of these broader economic factors is by no means an exact science, so here’s a summary of economic forecasting provided by Australia’s leading bodies including the Reserve Bank, […]
READ MOREInflation is a topic that has been making headlines almost daily and has sparked concern for everyday Australians and the Reserve Bank of Australia alike. But what exactly is inflation, and should we be worried about it? I’ve been asked this question at every kids’ soccer game and BBQ I’ve gone to over the past […]
READ MOREThe new financial year is fast approaching and with this comes various legislative changes enacted from the previous Government. There have also been a number of changes proposed by the new Government, which may take effect in the coming months. Here’s what you need to know. Legislated Changes Below is a brief summary of some […]
READ MOREThe NSW Government has announced a $1bn support package for struggling NSW small businesses. Acknowledging the difficulty that business operators have faced, the NSW Treasurer Matt Kean has announced a package of measures to support small businesses impacted by COVID-19 over January and February 2022. Small Business Support Package The NSW Small Business Support package […]
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