Finance
The quiet power of compound interest
11 December
Albert Einstein reportedly called compound interest the “eighth wonder of the world.” Whether or not he actually said it, the sentiment holds true. Compound interest is one of the most powerful forces in investing, not because it is flashy or...[Read More]
Smart tax planning for small business: BAS, GST & avoiding cashflow surprises
11 December
Running a small business comes with plenty of moving parts—managing customers, marketing your services, staying on top of expenses, and keeping operations running smoothly. But one area that often catches business owners off guard is tax...[Read More]
Oliver’s insights – 2025 turned out pretty good, but what about 2026 – still at the bliss point?
10 December
Key pointsThe key themes for 2025 were: tariff turmoil; global resilience helped by AI enthusiasm; sticky inflation; lower rates; and lots of geopolitical noise. For the third year in a row, returns were strong, albeit they slowed. 2026 is...[Read More]
Investment markets and key developments – Weekly market update 05-12-2025
10 December
Global shares rose over the last week, as the markets digested the rebound from November’s low but with optimism about a Fed rate cut providing support. For the week US shares rose 0.3%, Eurozone shares gained 0.7%, Japanese shares rose 0.5% and...[Read More]
Rate rise flagged as RBA does a Grinch with no Xmas cut
10 December
Mortgage holders should not expect any relief for the foreseeable future, Reserve Bank governor Michele Bullock says, after leaving interest rates on hold. In a widely-anticipated, unanimous decision, the central bank’s monetary policy board kept...[Read More]
Nearly two in five Aussies fear retirement out of reach
10 December
Nearly two in every five Australians fear they will not be able to retire, as housing prices and day-to-day costs grind higher, new data shows. Roughly 38 per cent of Australian superannuation members have that worry, up from 28 per cent in 2024,...[Read More]
Super needed for retirement diverges due to home status
10 December
The amount of superannuation needed for different groups to retire, as projected by Super Consumers Australia: * Single homeowner needs $74,000 for a modest retirement spending $32,000 per year, with the rest (91 per cent) supplemented by the age...[Read More]
AI will make a list but shoppers should check it twice
10 December
Christmas shopping could be a task performed by artificial intelligence bots in future, armed with a consumer’s credit card, specific instructions and permission to add goods to carts across the internet. One in three Australians is willing to put...[Read More]
The gift of trust: How talking about us strengthens our business and community
4 December
Referrals mean more to us than words can easily express. When a happy client shares their experience and recommends us to a friend, colleague, or family member, it is one of the greatest compliments we can receive. We never take that trust for...[Read More]
The 12 days of Christmas: A goals-based approach to financial planning
4 December
The festive season is traditionally a time of celebration, generosity, and reflection. But it’s also the perfect opportunity to pause and assess our financial wellbeing. As the year draws to a close, many of us think about what we hope to...[Read More]
Understanding diversification: What it is, why it matters, and how it shapes your investment strategy
4 December
In the world of investing, few principles are as consistently emphasised—and as often misunderstood—as diversification. At its simplest, diversification means spreading your money across a variety of investment types so you are not overly...[Read More]
Helpful tips to save money this Christmas
4 December
Christmas always brings with it a certain warmth and cheer, and yet these days, a lot of people are feeling the pinch financially. As Christmas approaches, people consider all the items they need to buy for friends and family. Because of the current...[Read More]
Oliver’s Insights – Australian home prices up solidly – expect some slowing in 2026
3 December
Key pointsCotality data shows national average home prices rose strongly again in November, but with the pace of growth slowing slightly to 1%mom. Near record low vacancy rates is contributing to a pickup in annual rental growth to 5%yoy. The...[Read More]
Investment markets and key developments – Weekly market update 28-11-2025
3 December
Global shares rose over the last week as the US share market rebounded on the back of increased confidence that the Fed will cut rates next month after Fed speakers turned more dovish amidst some softer US economic data. For the week US shares...[Read More]
Australian economy builds as investment roars back
3 December
Surging investment in data centres and housing has driven Australia’s economic growth rate to its fastest pace in two years. The nation’s gross domestic product grew by 2.1 per cent over the year to September, the Australian Bureau of Statistics...[Read More]