Finance
UK central banker nabbed to take over as RBA deputy
30 November
A top central banker from the United Kingdom will take on the deputy governor job at the Reserve Bank of Australia, bringing experience and a fresh perspective to the task. Andrew Hauser has spent more than 30 years at the Bank of England, the...[Read More]
Why Financial Security is Paramount for a Satisfying Retirement
30 November
Retirement is often idealised as a carefree chapter in life, where one can indulge in long-postponed hobbies, travel, and quality time with loved ones. However, the idyllic vision of retirement is predicated on a foundation of financial stability....[Read More]
20 investment mistakes to be aware of
30 November
Investment, a field where even the most astute can stumble, is rife with potential missteps. However, these errors often serve as valuable learning experiences, offering insights for crafting more robust investment strategies. 20 investment mistakes...[Read More]
Investment markets and key developments – Weekly market update
29 November
Most global sharemarkets continued to rally this week, as economic data was mixed but indicated no urgency for higher interest rates along with communication from most central banks that signalled policymakers are in no rush to raise interest rates...[Read More]
Oliver’s insights – Five reasons to expect the $A to rise – providing recession is avoided
29 November
Key points – Since its February 2021 high of nearly $US0.80 the $A has fallen on the back of worries about the global growth outlook, worries about China, the strong $US and relatively less aggressive monetary tightening by the RBA. – However,...[Read More]
Australians owed millions in unclaimed Medicare rebates
29 November
Nearly one million Australians could receive a festive season boost to their bank balance, as the government tries to return $234 million in unclaimed Medicare benefits. On average, these Australians are missing out on about $240 but could reclaim...[Read More]
Easing inflation takes heat off interest rate rises
29 November
Australia’s inflation rate has softened by more than expected in a promising sign for borrowers hoping for the end of the Reserve Bank’s interest rate hikes. The monthly consumer price index rose 4.9 per cent over the 12 months to October, down...[Read More]
Financial hardship creeping into higher income brackets
29 November
Lower-income households continue to bear the brunt of the cost of living crisis although more families in higher income brackets are starting to feel the pinch A National Australia Bank survey found a sharp jump in the number of higher-income...[Read More]
Labor deal with Greens to pass vacant homes tax reforms
29 November
A deal to strengthen taxes on empty homes has been struck between the Victorian government and the Greens. An upper house vote on changes to Victoria’s vacant residential land tax was put on ice earlier this month when the Greens and the coalition...[Read More]
Retail sales dip as shoppers hold on to cash for sales
29 November
Spending weakened last month and by more than expected as consumers hung back to pounce on deals during the Black Friday sales. Retail sales as measured by the Australian Bureau of Statistics fell 0.2 per cent in October, a softer result than the...[Read More]
Australia confident subs deal would survive under Trump
29 November
Australia is confident nuclear-powered submarines will be delivered and an AUKUS security pact can outlast a potential Trump administration. Speaking at the National Press Club on Tuesday, Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy said he believed the...[Read More]
Cultural stigma holds workplaces back as pay gap falls
29 November
Australia’s gender pay gap has had its biggest single-year drop in almost a decade, but women are still earning much less than their male colleagues. In its annual update, the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) revealed the average total...[Read More]
Managing Debt: A Strategic Approach to Financial Wellness
23 November
Confronting debt can be an overwhelming and stressful experience. Balancing daily living expenses while keeping up with loan repayments is a challenging task that can affect both your financial and emotional well-being. Nevertheless, with a...[Read More]
Embracing the new chapter of caring for a loved one
23 November
Caring for an elderly family member is a journey that encompasses both the heart and the home. When the time comes for a loved one to move into an aged care facility, the dynamics of care and communication evolve, presenting new challenges and...[Read More]
Oliver’s insights – nine key things for successful investing
22 November
Key points – Successful investing is not always easy and can be stressful. Even in good times. For this reason, it’s useful for investors to keep a key set of things in mind. – The nine key things are: make the most of compound interest;...[Read More]