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The global economic landscape continues to evolve, shaped by shifting interest rates, market fluctuations, and geopolitical events. The Mercer Chart Pack for February 2025 provides a comprehensive analysis of key market trends, economic indicators, and investment opportunities.
In this post, we break down the most important takeaways from the latest data to help investors make informed decisions.
Read MoreThe global financial landscape in February 2025 was marked by shifting monetary policies, trade tensions, and mixed market performances. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) cut interest rates, the U.S. imposed new trade tariffs, and the equity and bond markets experienced fluctuations. Here’s a breakdown of the key developments and their implications for investors
Read MoreMore than one million Australians control their own superannuation investments through a self-managed super fund (SMSF), managing over a quarter of Australia’s $3.3 trillion asset pool. If you’re considering joining them, it’s important to first understand what you hope to get out of it.
Read MoreIn our modern world, advice firms are continually evolving their value proposition and service offer to meet the needs and wants of their clients. Over the last three years, portfolios have changed, their use of digital technology and their expectations from their financial adviser has evolved.
Read MoreResources companies make up more than 15% of the ASX’s total market capitalisation and commonly form part of a diversified domestic equity portfolio. The outlook for these businesses, particularly the large diversified miners, is therefore of great interest to many Australian investors. As we approach the end of this decade, it is timely to reflect on the prevailing conditions influencing the sector’s recent performance and look ahead to the outlook for the next ten years.
Read MoreWith a ‘Blue Wave’ scenario now largely a reality, it is anticipated that additional fiscal stimulus will be the priority in the near term – with expectations of anywhere from $600 billion to $1 trillion in pandemic relief on top of the recently enacted $900 billion package. Tax increases to finance additional spending are also likely to follow later on.
Read MoreAn ETF or Exchange Traded Fund is an investment fund that typically aims to track an asset class or a basket of assets. In general, ETFs aim to track a published index such as the NASDAQ-100 Index in the US or the S&P/ASX 200 Index in Australia. ETFs are cost-effective, flexible, and simple to use. Being exchange traded, ETFs are bought and sold just like any share on a stock exchange. Read on to learn more (7 minute read)
Read MoreHave you thought about investing into the share market, but haven’t the slightest clue as to where to begin? This post will act as a guide to help you understand the process and how it can work for you.
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