Balancing Australian and global shares means weighing growth, income & currency risk Getting investment exposure to global companies through share markets makes sense, but weighing up risks such as currency fluctuations is important. Many Australians have a justified love affair with the domestic share market. The Australian share market has delivered solid long‑term returns for … Read more
Key points National average home prices were flat in May according to Cotality, the weakest since January last year. Prices fell further in Sydney and Melbourne, and the boom time cities of Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth are seeing growth slow. The housing shortage and expanded 5% deposit scheme are being offset by rate hikes, low … Read more
Tax time is just around the corner, so now is the time to get ahead and find out what strategies may be available to you before 30 June. Time for a portfolio review A good first step is to review your investment strategy. With recent market volatility, things may have shifted and your risk tolerance … Read more
The Magnificent Seven are more diverse businesses than their shared label suggests The “Magnificent Seven.” It’s an understandable, memorable, and concise term, but its simplicity masks important distinctions. With the backdrop of strong U.S. stock market performance attributed to a handful of technology companies, the group’s run has fuelled questions about market concentration. When we … Read more
