Market Trends: Fears of a Global Recession Fading Fast [vc_video link='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xH_HGiKGhBI'] [vc_separator type='normal' position='center' color='#000000' thickness='1' up='20' down='20'] Market fears of a global recession anytime soon are now all but eradicated. Resilient US economic growth, hopes of a broadening in global growth to non-US regions, artificial intelligence euphoria...
Equity Markets: What Will Happen When Interest Rates Fall? The conclusion of the recent rate hiking cycle ignited a surge in what market analysts are calling an “everything all at once rally”. However, as the focus shifts towards potential rate cuts, investors face a more nuanced...
Economists Divided on Rate Cuts Following Cool Inflation Data The recent Consumer Price Index (CPI) data in Australia, as released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), indicates a potential shift in the trajectory of inflation and its impact on monetary policy. In the 12 months...
What to expect from the property market in 2024 For housing, the big question on everyone's mind is whether the property price gains seen in 2023 will continue in 2024. While there are many uncertainties, we do see national home prices ending the year higher, though the...
The question of whether to pay off a mortgage or invest extra funds is a longstanding debate. When considering the current mortgage rate of 5.95%, the calculation becomes particularly relevant. The decision essentially boils down to a comparison between the guaranteed return of paying down...
Refinancing your home loan can be a game-changer, enabling you to optimise your mortgage terms, reduce monthly payments, or even tap into the equity you've built in your property. However, understanding the intricacies of the market and staying ahead of the curve is crucial in...
Key Points: • Interest rates are on the rise, and it's important to take steps to protect your financial well-being. • A financial HealthCheck is a good starting point to assess your current financial position and understand how rising interest rates will affect your debts and investments. •...
“This time is different” have been described as the four most dangerous words in investing by Sir John Templeton. But there is good reason to believe this Australian home price downturn cycle will be different. Most assets (cash is an obvious exception) benefited from the...