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Conflict regularly flares up in the Middle East leading to concerns of a threat to inflation and economic growth via a surge in oil prices like in the 1970s and early 1980s.

We all work hard to build a healthy super balance. So, it makes sense that you'd want to understand the ins and outs of how super beneficiaries work so you can make sure your super money ends up in the right hands if you die.

Aged care funding and services have seen major changes in the years since the 2021 report of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, and this year is no exception.

Investment markets are driven by more than just fundamentals. Investor psychology plays a huge role and helps explain why asset prices go through periodic booms and busts & why they can react in extreme ways to events.

The end of financial year on 30 June 2025 is fast approaching so here's a quick checklist to help you prepare.

Tax time might not be everyone's favourite season, but it is a great chance to tidy up your finances.

Did you know you can claim a tax deduction on certain super contributions when you do your tax return?

We expect further cuts - implications for the economy and investors.

Share markets had a roller coaster ride over the last week – first plunging on the back of ongoing worries about Trump’s tariffs before rebounding mid-week after Trump delayed some of the tariffs for 90 days before falling again as investors realised that the average US tariff would be higher than announced on 2nd April and as signs of stress in the US bond market remained.

Key points Many measures were pre-announced, but key new measures include tax cuts from 2026-27 & more cost of living support. While the...

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has cut the cash rate, and it seems likely there will be more cuts to come in 2025. All  Big Four...

Markets have once again responded to escalating trade tensions, as President Trump has, for the second time, delayed the planned tariffs...

Share markets have so far been fairly resilient in the face of uncertainty around Trump’s policies particularly tariffs.

2024 saw another year of strong investment returns on the back of falling inflation, global rate cuts and growth and profits better than...

Investment markets and key developments Global shares were mixed over the last week with a backup in bond yields and a bit of profit...