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Episode #140: Trump's inauguration: a volatility that we 'have to get used to'
After a stronger than expected 2024, it's been a reasonably good start to markets this year despite the US 10 year Treasury yield nearing 5% - a mark rarely seen since the GFC. This has been fuelled by higher inflation and persisting concerns over the debt ceiling issue in the US.
With further details expected on tariffs and tax measures under the new administration, join Shane and Diana as they analyse the outlook for the US economy and markets under a Trump presidency, what the economic indicators mean for shares, and what we can expect in the year ahead.
Important information:
This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. It’s important you consider your personal circumstances and speak to a financial adviser before deciding what’s right for you. Any general tax information provided is intended as a guide only. Remember the value of investments may go up or down and you may not get back the amount you invested. The opinions and views featured in this podcast reflect the individual’s own. Date of publication 23 January 2024. AWM Services Pty Ltd ABN 15 139 353 496, AFSL No. 366121, part of the AMP Group.
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Episode #139: The slowest rate of growth since the recession we 'had to have'
The pace of economic growth in Australia has been on a downtrend over the last two years and annual growth is at its lowest level since the early 1990s (outside of the pandemic). Despite population growth and strong public spending, the latest quarterly GDP figures pose several key questions for the Reserve Bank as we head into the holiday period.
Join Shane and Diana as they unpack the data, analyse why the economy has been struggling and ask whether we can continue to rely on the public sector to keep growth strong in the coming year.
Important information:
This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. It’s important you consider your personal circumstances and speak to a financial adviser before deciding what’s right for you. Any general tax information provided is intended as a guide only. Remember the value of investments may go up or down and you may not get back the amount you invested. The opinions and views featured in this podcast reflect the individual’s own. Date of publication 12 December 2024. AWM Services Pty Ltd ABN 15 139 353 496, AFSL No. 366121, part of the AMP Group.
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Episode #138: What is the more sustainable trend in inflation?
The rise in the cost of living over the last four years remains a
persistent challenge for the RBA and the Australian economy. Inflation
continues to be too high with the trimmed mean rising to 3.5% while headline
inflation remains within target. But there is cause for optimism: the rate of
increase is slowing down, and the rate of services inflation in Australia is
lower than in other countries including the UK and seems likely to fall.
Join Shane and Diana to look at the current outlook for inflation in Australia and how we should treat the latest signals and economic indicators amid both seasonality and supply chain issues.
Important information:
This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. It’s important you consider your personal circumstances and speak to a financial adviser before deciding what’s right for you. Any general tax information provided is intended as a guide only. Remember the value of investments may go up or down and you may not get back the amount you invested. The opinions and views featured in this podcast reflect the individual’s own. Date of publication 02 December 2024. AWM Services Pty Ltd ABN 15 139 353 496, AFSL No. 366121, part of the AMP Group.
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Episode #137: What did we learn from the US election?
Trump's victory in the US election came on the back of fears over the rising cost of living and concerns over immigration that dominated voter sentiment. Join Shane and My as they look at why the polls got it wrong, what it means for markets and Australia's economy, how the RBA is thinking about this and what we can expect from a Trump presidency.
Important information:
This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. It’s important you consider your personal circumstances and speak to a financial adviser before deciding what’s right for you. Any general tax information provided is intended as a guide only. Remember the value of investments may go up or down and you may not get back the amount you invested. The opinions and views featured in this podcast reflect the individual’s own. Date of publication 15 November 2024. AWM Services Pty Ltd ABN 15 139 353 496, AFSL No. 366121, part of the AMP Group.
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Episode #136: Market Updates - Peering through a 'wall of worry'
Join Shane and Diana for a quick update on:
Shares at record highs, war conflict and oil prices. Is it a clear crystal ball for RBA rate cuts in Feb 2025? The 50/50 run-up to the US election and Queensland primary school kids to get a free lunch. But who really pays?
Important information:
This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. It’s important you consider your personal circumstances and speak to a financial adviser before deciding what’s right for you. Any general tax information provided is intended as a guide only. Remember the value of investments may go up or down and you may not get back the amount you invested. The opinions and views featured in this podcast reflect the individual’s own. Date of publication 17 October 2024. AWM Services Pty Ltd ABN 15 139 353 496, AFSL No. 366121, part of the AMP Group.
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