Escalating recession fears hit markets
Extreme market volatility is distressing for investors, especially with so much uncertainty on multiple fronts. Sticking to a well thought-out, strategic, long-term investment plan, aligned with an investor’s financial goals and risk appetite, is the key to success.
Hedging Against Inflation – Gold or Real Estate?
Real estate is a reliable hedge against inflation – but of course it’s not an investor’s only option. Gold is often cited as a natural hedge against inflation. But is it better than real estate?
RBA rate rise – what you need to know
The RBA has officially raised interest to curb inflationary pressures. But what does that movement mean?
War, recession and continued global inflation: a market update
The danger in equity and bond markets has not decreased since the outbreak of war in Ukraine; it may even have increased. There is significant likelihood of a protracted recession in Europe and elsewhere and a continued global increase in inflation over the next 3 years.
The impact of Russian sanctions
The following view from T Rowe Price (a large global investment management firm) looks at the impact of the sanctions that are being imposed against Russia, not just in Russia but across the rest of the world.
Russia – Ukraine Conflict
The power of today’s media means we’re all aware of the dreadful human issues going on in the Ukraine as a result of Putin’s decision to invade. On the financial front, there is possibly less clarity.
How to utilise credit scores for better borrowing
Income and debt levels are the major factors in determining borrowing capacity, but credit scores are the key to accessing good terms on your loan.
Market Update – November 2021
Global economies and investment markets appear to have reached a triple turning point in the last few weeks.
Market Update – October 21
Investors are currently facing several challenges in formulating their portfolio investment strategy.
Market Update – September 21
In Australia, the slow rollout of vaccines and an ineptly managed quarantine program has slowed market recovery until well into 2022.