Month: March 2020

After the Bell: daily market update, March 26 | AMP Capital

ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, March 26 26 Mar, 2020   ASX gains picked up pace today, following the US Senate passing a massive $US 2 trillion stimulus package. This news comes as hot spots for COVID-19, like NSW, are warned about further lockdown measures. We discuss this and more with AMP Capital senior economist, Diana Mousina. While every care has been taken in the preparation of this recording, AMP Capital …

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The differences between the COVID-19 crisis and The Great Depression | AMP Capital

The differences between the COVID-19 crisis and The Great Depression The substantial slump in economic activity triggered by COVID-19, coupled with images of Australians queuing around the block for Centrelink payments, has made some fear The Great Depression II. The optics might be alarming, but the parallels are not particularly strong. Every Australian knows someone, or is someone, who has lost a job, a tenant, a place to live. This is an entirely unfamiliar experience …

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Is Coronavirus driving a recession, depression or an economic hit like no other? What does it mean for the bear market in shares? | AMP Capital

Is Coronavirus driving a recession, depression or an economic hit like no other? What does it mean for the bear market in shares? Key points Global share markets have fallen into a bear market, but whether this turns out to be long or short depends on how long the hit to the economy from coronavirus lasts. There are big differences between the current disruption to economic activity – which could be very deep in the …

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After the Bell: daily market update, March 25 | AMP Capital

ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, March 25 25 Mar, 2020 By AMP Capital   Australians woke up to the news that they are banned from leaving the country and have to practice stricter social distancing in their personal lives. Our chief economist, Shane Oliver, weighs in on that, as well as the trading day, which saw an early surge for the ASX. Important notes While every care has been taken in the …

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Retirees, COVID-19, and options on the table during a market crash | AMP Capital

Retirees, COVID-19, and options on the table during a market crash The spread of coronavirus has been followed by some of the biggest plunges in share markets since the Global Financial Crisis (GFC), both here in Australia and around the world. There’s nothing new about a market correction, but for those close to retirement it can be a nerve-wracking experience. If you’ve checked your superannuation balance over the last week, you may need a stiff …

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Where to seek advice in uncertain times | Money & Life

Where to seek advice in uncertain times The COVID-19 pandemic is a global crisis and people the world over are experiencing impacts in their lives as a result. To keep your anxieties about money to a minimum, find out where you can turn for help to secure your finances and income. With the ongoing escalation of the COVID-19 crisis many people are struggling. Huge changes are happening and we’re all being affected, socially, emotionally and …

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5 Tips to Green Investing

5 Tips to Green Investing How to build environmental, social and governance factors into your investments The climate change debate has made it to the top of the news agenda, with many Australians now considering what they can do to help the environment. For some, this will include making changes to their finances in line with their environmental values. Whether it’s through super, investments or savings, more and more people are reviewing their financial arrangements …

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After the Bell: daily market update, March 24 | AMP Capital

ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, March 24 24 Mar, 2020 By AMP Capital Markets finished slightly higher today, and are coming to terms what the lockdown measures mean locally and around the world. Dermot Ryan, co-portfolio manager in the Australian equities team, talks about whether markets have reached peak panic, and the long-term thinking he’s sticking to during this freefall. Important notes While every care has been taken in the preparation of …

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Econosights: US Election – implications from the Democratic primaries/caucuses and the risks from the Coronavirus | AMP Capital

  Econosights: US Election – implications from the Democratic primaries/caucuses and the risks from the Coronavirus Key points The two candidates left in the Democratic nomination race are Joe Biden (a moderate Democrat) and Bernie Sanders (far-left leaning). The risk for markets is a Sanders nomination because of his support for significant tax hikes and regulation. However, large wins for Biden in recent state votes mean that Biden is on track to be the Democratic …

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Getting cash flow under control for retirement | Money & Life

Getting cash flow under control for retirement When you compare your current lifestyle, expenses and savings with what you’re planning for in retirement, does it all add up? Find out why it’s important to balance your cash flow now with the super savings you’re going to need in retirement. Living from pay cheque to pay cheque is something that many Australians are used to doing. In fact, based on levels of personal debt, quite a …

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