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President Trump’s trade war poses a threat to Australian economic growth particularly via the indirect impact of weaker global activity driving less demand for our exports and lower commodity prices. Australia is likely to avoid a recession though reflecting the shock absorber of a lower $A, plenty of scope to cut interest rates and election promises pointing to handouts ahead. The trade war has a way to go yet but at least Trump is starting to blink.
Here’s a quick look at what Labor, the Coalition, and the Greens are putting on the table – and what it means for the budget bottom line.
For long-term investors, the key lesson is to stay the course14. As billionaire investor Ken Fisher famously said: “Time in the market is more important than timing the market.”
In a country facing the dual pressures of an ageing population and evolving workforce needs, one message rings loud and clear: empowering women in the workplace is not just a social imperative—it is an economic one.
In this episode of Super Insider, we explain what’s going on and make sense of how current events may impact your retirement savings (spoiler alert: not as much as you might think). Hear from our experts ART's Chief Economist, Brian Parker, Senior Education Manager, Joshua van Gestel, and host Anne Fuchs.
Educational Seminar: New aged care costs & Estate planning as capacity changes, 7 May 2025
For everyday Australians with money in super, this push into US markets could mean stronger, more diversified returns in the long run. The US remains a global economic powerhouse, and increased exposure to high-quality assets and businesses could enhance the growth and security of retirement savings.
Investors should remember: market corrections are normal; deep bear markets are rare without a recession; selling in downturns locks in losses; downturns create buying opportunities; shares still provide attractive income; and tuning out market noise is key to long-term success.
Market volatility is a reality every investor faces. The ups and downs can be unsettling, and it’s natural to feel uneasy when markets take a dip. But history has shown that those who stay the course and remain invested tend to achieve better long-term financial outcomes than those who react emotionally to short-term fluctuations.
On 1 January 2025, the maximum RAD (or its equivalent daily accommodation payment) that can be charged without approval from the Independent Health and Aged Care Provider Association (IHACPA) increased to $750,000. For families navigating aged care, understanding these costs is crucial. In my latest article, I break down what a RAD is, how it's changing, and what it means for those entering residential aged care.
The rise of artificial intelligence is set to redefine the way we interact with technology, with AI-powered "agents" poised to take over many tasks once handled by apps and even personal assistants.
Market volatility is an inherent part of investing. Prices fluctuate due to economic changes, geopolitical events, and investor sentiment. Feb 2025.