Number 2017-18 Date 5 September 2017 At its meeting today, the Board decided to leave the cash rate unchanged at 1.50 per cent. Conditions in the global economy are continuing to improve. Labour markets have tightened further and above-trend growth is expected in a number of advanced ... Read more
The threat of war with North Korea- Implications for investors — Dr Shane Oliver, Chief Economist for AMP Capital
15 August 2017 Key points Tensions with North Korea have clearly increased causing volatility in share markets. The risk of war has grown but a diplomatic solution remains most likely although there could still be more volatility before this is finally achieved. Historically, ... Read more
The break higher in the Australian dollar is likely to be limited- this is not 2007 all over again! —Dr Shane Oliver, Chief Economist at AMP Capital
02 August 2017 Key points The $A has been pushed higher lately by a weaker $US, a rebound in commodity prices and technical considerations. The rising $A is a significant risk for the Australian economy and will constrain growth and keep inflation below target for longer. While ... Read more
Qantas have seen their future. It’s Facial Recognition —Chris Riddell, Global Futurist
Chris Riddell Global Futurist | Nowist | Speaker | Digital Evangelist | Commentator | Board Director Most passengers will be familiar with the facial recognition cameras that are widespread through our international airports in Australia. For the international traveller it’s something of ... Read more
The Next Recession —by Mr Joachim Fels, Global Economic Adviser for PIMCO
Even though the U.S. economic expansion enters its ninth year this month, a recession over our six-to 12-month cyclical horizon looks quite unlikely. Our models put the probability at less than 10%. But recessions are notoriously difficult to forecast. And even if we stay clear of one in the near ... Read more
Is the $A too high? An update on our currency valuation models –By David Bassanese (Beta Shares)
The Australian dollar has recently broken above the top-end of its previous year-long range against the US dollar. In light of this event, this note updates our $A valuation models. While the models suggest the $A could remain north of US70c over at least the coming year, they do suggest limited ... Read more
ASIC chief blasts hybrids again —By Yield Report
Since the sub-prime crisis of 2008/2009, ASIC have had a history of warning investors of the perils of hybrid securities. The GFC forced investors to re-evaluate the price stability of hybrids as almost all securities of this type were sold down dramatically. While the prices of all hybrids with ... Read more
Barron’s Top 50 Advisers in Australia
We are so Proud to have made Barron's Top 50 Adviser list in Australia! It is all due to the Integrity, Loyalty, Care, Dedication, and Commitment to our esteemed clients by my team at Elixir Private Wealth that has resulted in this huge accolade. Thank you team! My photo is third from ... Read more
2016-17 saw strong returns for investors – 5 reasons why returns are likely to be solid in 2017-18 —Dr Shane Oliver, Chief Economist for AMP Capital
18 July 2017 Key points Despite a lengthy list of worries including Brexit, Trump and messy Australian growth, the past financial year saw strong returns for diversified investors as shares recovered from a rough time in 2015-16. Key lessons for investors from the last financial ... Read more
Sunrise Interview with Chris Riddell, Futurist, on how technology is changing our lives forever.
A good, short video clip on an interview with Chris Riddell, Futurist, on the Sunrise show on how technology is chaning our lives forever. Click on the link below to read: Sunrise Video Clip ... Read more
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