Finance
Business leaders eye economic light at end of tunnel
19 September
Australian business leaders are broadly optimistic about the state of the economy and more than half plan to hire and bolster workforces. Nearly nine in 10 Australian chief executive officers surveyed were confident about the economy despite a...[Read More]
The Value of Seeking Financial Advisers: Long-Term Success through Expertise
19 September
Financial planning is a journey that requires patience, discipline, and strategic thinking. While many investors are tempted by the allure of quick profits, the value of working with a Financial Adviser lies in their ability to help clients maintain...[Read More]
Investment markets and key developments – Weekly market update 13/9/24
19 September
Markets were up this week, follow some weakness in the prior one. US economic data reinforced signals that the Fed will be cutting interest rates next week (although the debate about whether it should be a 25 basis point or 50 basis point cut...[Read More]
Let’s do business: PM reform plea to corporate leaders
19 September
Big economic reform is still possible if the government and businesses can put aside differences, the prime minister says, following criticism from a major lobby group. The government remained committed to the corporate sector, especially as there...[Read More]
Resilience of jobs market put to test
19 September
Focus will be on cracks forming in the jobs market for confirmation they are widening at a pace the Reserve Bank is comfortable with. Thursday’s labour force data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics is expected to show the jobless rate...[Read More]
Cafe, pub splurge short-lived as consumer pain persists
19 September
Pubs, restaurants and cafes reaped the benefits of early Father’s Day celebrations but the boost was likely temporary as financial pressures keep a lid on consumer spending. Hospitality spending jumped 5.2 per cent in August, based on Commonwealth...[Read More]
Exploring Australia on a budget: family-friendly destinations and ideas
12 September
Australia is a country of breathtaking natural beauty, rich history, and diverse landscapes, offering an endless array of family-friendly travel destinations. While the Land Down Under is known for its expansive wilderness and coastal charm,...[Read More]
Growing your own vegetables: a simple path to saving money and eating healthy
12 September
In recent years, the growing trend of cultivating your own vegetables has become increasingly popular. Whether it’s a backyard plot, a community garden, or even a small balcony container setup, growing your own food not only helps reduce grocery...[Read More]
Exploring different ways to invest: a guide to investment options
12 September
Investing is one of the most effective ways to build wealth and achieve long-term financial goals. However, with so many investment options available, it can be overwhelming to decide where to start. Whether you’re just beginning your investment...[Read More]
A tougher jobs market is becoming top concern playing on consumer minds
12 September
Fears of a tougher jobs market is starting to muscle out cost-of-living pain as the top concern playing on consumer minds. Less chatter about interest rate hikes, tax cuts and power bill rebates from state and federal governments has boosted...[Read More]
Investment markets and key developments – Weekly market update 6/09/24
12 September
Economic data over the week was mixed, but mostly in line with softening, but not collapsing economic activity. Markets were waiting for the official US August non-farm which came out on Friday as a guide to whether the Fed will be cutting by 25...[Read More]
Rates veto power must stay: Greens issue RBA demands
12 September
Fizzling Reserve Bank reforms could be revived if the federal government is prepared to keep its veto power of interest rate decisions and meet other demands from the Greens. The minor party also wants the RBA to maintain its ability to direct...[Read More]
Hiring go-slow ongoing as RBA keeps sights on inflation
12 September
Demand for labour will need to taper off further to tame inflation, with Australia’s central bank expecting firms to trim staff hours and keep the handbrake on new hiring. Reserve Bank assistant governor Sarah Hunter said Australia’s labour...[Read More]
Plum market as trade deal reached with Vietnam
11 September
Horticulture producers say Vietnam is a plum market for their produce, as the Albanese government confirmed the reopening of the Southeast Asian market. After two years of negotiations between the Australian and Vietnamese governments, market access...[Read More]
Economy ‘nowhere near recessionary’ despite predictions
4 September
Australians have been urged to remain positive about the economy despite the government’s forecast sluggish growth. Treasurer Jim Chalmers said the Reserve Bank of Australia was “smashing the economy” through its cash rate rises, pre-empting...[Read More]