by Kathy Hickey | May 12, 2026 | Federal Budget Update
Following the release of the 2026–27 Federal Budget, below are the key measures and what they may mean for you. While these changes are currently proposed legislation, the Government appears well-positioned to progress them with relatively limited opposition, meaning...
by Kathy Hickey | Apr 9, 2026 | Financial Market Update
KEY POINTS Share markets shifted lower in response to military action in the Middle East and associated oil supply disruption. Software stocks sold down due to concerns over the impact of Artificial Intelligence. Bond yields moved higher due to expected inflationary...
by Kathy Hickey | Oct 7, 2025 | Financial Market Update
KEY POINTS The rally on global share markets continued over the September quarter, with the US and China particularly strong. Falling US bond yields added to the positive equity market momentum. The Australian share market lagged, with a pull-back from highs reached...
by Kathy Hickey | Jul 14, 2025 | Financial Market Update
KEY POINTS Share markets bounced back strongly over the June quarter, despite renewed tensions in the Middle East and ongoing U.S. tariff policy uncertainty. The U.S. dollar continued to weaken with the Euro appreciating. Bond yields moved lower, as...
by Kathy Hickey | Mar 26, 2025 | Federal Budget Update
FEDERAL BUDGET MARCH 2025-26 Key points Many measures were pre-announced, but key new measures include tax cuts from 2026-27 & more cost of living support. While the revenue windfall is expected to continue, it’s mostly being spent on new...
