Finance
Oliver’s Insights – Nine key longer term consequences of the US/Israeli war with Iran
15 April
Key points Uncertainty remains high over the US/Iran War with a ceasefire declared but no agreement in talks so far. Tensions continue to remain high and oil flows remain restricted, with Trump announcing his own blockade on the Strait of...[Read More]
Fact or fiction? What you can expect with Payday Super
15 April
Deputy Commissioner Emma Rosenzweig busts some Payday Super myths. With just 3 months to go until Payday Super begins, I’ve been hearing a lot of questions from employers, and a few common myths too. Let’s clear up a few of the biggest...[Read More]
‘We won’t be spared’: inflation warning to Australia
15 April
The treasurer is jetting to the United States for talks as the International Monetary Fund warns Australia is is projected to have one of the highest inflation rates as the Middle East conflict threatens a global recession. Jim Chalmers will head to...[Read More]
‘Don’t panic’: cash isn’t king when it comes to super
15 April
Ups and downs are a part of life and especially when it comes to your superannuation pool. The past month has seen heightened volatility in financial markets, where much of Australians’ super is invested. Some have seen their funds drop thousands...[Read More]
Spoils of Iran war to deliver Chalmers a budget boost
15 April
The Iran war is set to deliver a $36 billion windfall for Treasurer Jim Chalmers, but increased spending on cost-of-living measures could derail efforts to get the budget back in black. Even with a fragile ceasefire holding in the Middle East, the...[Read More]
RBA’s stagflation nightmare: prices up, confidence down
15 April
The Reserve Bank board will have to earn its money to navigate Australia through a “nightmare” stagflation shock, a top central bank official says as confidence tanks and prices soar. The RBA was still “feeling its way” through the energy...[Read More]
The super cash switch and what’s to consider.
15 April
Financial markets have see-sawed over the past month since the war in the Middle East began, impacting the balances of superannuation accounts. If this is causing stress, here are four things you can do: * Stay focused on the longer term – market...[Read More]
All options on table in drive to shore up fuel supply
15 April
Australia has avoided disruption to its international fuel supplies but that won’t stop the government considering all options to shore up provisions, including extracting more oil and gas. Fifty-seven ships laden with crude oil, jet fuel, diesel...[Read More]
You’re probably wrong about fuel-efficient driving
15 April
Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson once proved that the 414-horsepower, V8-engined, bellowing petrolhead pin-up BMW M3 could be even more eco-friendly than the famously thrifty Toyota Prius. To do this, in 2008 he ran an experiment in no way...[Read More]
Reality bites as Gen X defers cost of living
15 April
More Australians than ever are choosing buy now, pay later financial schemes, with families looking for new ways to cover daily essentials as cost-of-living pressures bite. New data shows consumer spending via instalments has surged 26 per cent in...[Read More]
RBA to sift through jobs data as world watches Hormuz
15 April
Economists will turn their attention to Australian jobs figures this week but the focus will still largely remain on developments in the Middle East. March labour force figures, set to be released on Thursday, will effectively be the first batch of...[Read More]
The power of superannuation, compounding, and staying the course
9 April
Superannuation is one of the most powerful long-term wealth-building tools available to Australians. Yet, despite its importance, it’s often misunderstood—particularly during periods of market volatility when balances fluctuate and confidence...[Read More]
April–May tax tips for Aussie small businesses: Get ahead before EOFY
9 April
As the financial year draws to a close, April and May are two of the most important months for small business owners across Australia. Rather than scrambling in June, this is the ideal window to get organised, optimise your position, and potentially...[Read More]
Starting a business? Here’s what to think about before you dive in
9 April
Launching a business is an exciting step, whether you’re turning a passion into profit or building something from the ground up. But before you register a name and start trading, there are important legal and strategic considerations that can make...[Read More]
Credit card points schemes in firing line after tweaks
8 April
Overseas trips and hotel stays funded through credit reward schemes could be in trouble as Australia’s central bank cuts fees on card transactions. The Reserve Bank has revamped card usage by banning surcharge payments and cutting interchange...[Read More]