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In the lead up to the Federal Budget, better-than-expected inflation figures were cause for optimism that the lengthy run of cash rate hikes have had an impact. US stocks in April saw the biggest rally that has been experienced for months, as investors looked beyond gloomy economic data. Local markets were buoyed by the Wall Street rally, as well as welcome signs of inflation easing, with the ASX200 ending the month slightly higher.
Read MoreLife is pretty frantic, and it is common to feel like it’s a struggle to keep up the pace. In fact, feeling exhausted is so common that it has its own acronym, TATT, which stands for "tired all the time".
Read MoreWhen life tosses up an unexpected event – such as retrenchment, a medical emergency or even just a big bill to fix the car – it can be nerve-wracking worrying about how to deal with the crisis. And, if funds are short, that just adds to the stress.
Read MoreMarch was marked by banking failures in the US that sent ripples through global share markets. However, the first quarter of 2023 ended on a note of optimism in Australia due to better-than-expected inflation figures and expectations of a tempering in rate rises.
Read MoreIt’s no secret that scammers are getting more sophisticated. As this is an ever-evolving space, scammers are constantly developing new ways to part you with your hard-earned cash - and they cast their net wide.
Read MoreInterest rates are an important financial lever for world economies. They affect the cost of borrowing and the return on savings, and it makes them an integral part of the return on many investments. It can also affect the value of the currency, which has a further trickle-down effect on other investments.
Read MoreSuperannuation has dominated recent headlines, with proposed changes announced by Treasurer Jim Chalmers. While the details of these changes still need to be released, it’s worthwhile turning our focus to superannuation balances as we approach the end of financial year.
Read MoreThe gloomy prospects for economic growth, both in Australia and overseas, are occupying the minds of investors, businesses and political leaders. The early 2023 stock market rally appears to be fading as concerns about inflation and cash rate hikes are having an impact on investor sentiment.
Read MoreGut health has become one of the hottest health topics in recent years as we have started to learn about the complex connection between gut health and overall health. So why is gut health so important and how can we support and boost our own microbiomes?
Read MoreMoving into aged care can be a challenging time, both for those making the move and families supporting their loved ones. It's understandable that everyone wants to find the most suitable accommodation and the appropriate standard of care, however, it can be confusing to make that choice.
Read MoreThe concept of retirement is changing, with fewer people working towards a final retirement date and then clocking off for good.
Read MoreAs 2022 drew to a close, investors remained focused on inflation, interest rates and recession worries. The ASX200 index declined in December after two months of gains, ending a challenging year showing an overall loss through 2022 of over 7%.
Read MoreIt’s not just school leavers who dream of a gap year. Those of us who’ve been working for a decade or two (or more) may also long for a real break from career and commitments.
Read More‘At the end of the day, we are accountable to ourselves - our success is a result of what we do’ - Catherine Pulsifer
Read MoreThe year began optimistically, as we finally began to emerge from Covid restrictions. Russia threw a curve ball that reverberated around the world and suddenly people who hadn’t given a thought to the Reserve Bank were eagerly waiting for its monthly interest rate announcements.
Read MoreTreasurer Jim Chalmers’ first Budget was delivered against a backdrop of continuing turmoil on the global economic front. While the UK’s change in leadership and US reports of scaling back interest rate increases were welcomed by financial markets, escalating war in Ukraine, energy supply shortages, rising inflation and interest rates, continue to drive market volatility.
Read MoreAustralians have seen more than their share of tough times over the past few years and there are many stories of how individuals and communities responded to natural disasters and the pandemic with empathy and valuable assistance.
Read MoreUntil recently, financial abuse was often kept secret, especially where it occurred within the family. Thankfully that’s changing with public awareness campaigns and help becoming more readily available.
Read MoreFor once, tax measures took a back seat in a Federal Budget, with the second version for this year being billed as a “solid and sensible Budget suited to the times”.
Read More‘Shuffling the Deck’ Budget 2022-2023 2.0
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