This National Volunteer Week, we take a look at some of the people making a real difference in their community. Sarah McCarthy, an Adelaide-based AMP Partnership Manager, has been recognised as an AMP Foundation Unsung Hero for her tireless work as an Assistant Dance Teacher with Down Syndrome SA. Original Author: Produced by AMP and published on 18/05/2020
Get on top of your finances post COVID-19 As lockdown restrictions begin to ease Australia-wide, a new normal is emerging for businesses and employees. Here we explore the roadmap out of lockdown and what lies ahead for our finances. While it’s too soon to say what the post-lockdown economy will bring, for many Australians life won’t be quite the same as it was before COVID-19. Record job losses, reduced hours of work and the deferral …
Old and new money lessons for kids One of the most important things you can teach your kids is how to manage their money as this will help them better face the challenges of adulthood. In our world of ever advancing technology, children often don’t see physical money being exchanged. In fact, some Scandinavian countries are even doing away with physical cash altogether. These days, money can be moved with the swipe of plastic card …
ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, May 15 15 May, 2020 A momentous week in Australia calls for a Friday afternoon chat with our chief economist, Shane Oliver, who gives a wrap of key sector moves, international market moves, and how markets finished in Australia this week. Important information While every care has been taken in the preparation of this video, AMP Capital Investors Limited (ABN 59 001 777 591, AFSL 232497) …
ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, May 14 14 May, 2020 Markets were down in Australia today and this week, more jobs data has been released – showing a few small surprises. Senior economist Diana Mousina explains. Important information While every care has been taken in the preparation of this video, AMP Capital Investors Limited (ABN 59 001 777 591, AFSL 232497) and AMP Capital Funds Management Limited (ABN 15 159 557 …
WEBINARS AMP Capital Multi-Asset Fund & AMP Capital Core Retirement Fund Webinar 13 May, 2020 Whilst all investors face common risks and challenges, the market volatility created from COVID-19 has produced a significant challenge for retirees relying upon investment income for daily living. To help deliver stable income streams and manage drawdowns for retirees in this period, it is increasingly important to have the appropriate risk management strategies in place. Important information While every care …
The COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak has affected Australian and global economies, but Financy Women’s Index report is showing that women have been hit hardest financially, in the form of job cuts and lost income. Lara Bourguignon, Managing Director, Superannuation, Retirement and Platforms at AMP and Bianca Hartge-Hazelman, editor and founder of Financy, discusses the latest quarterly Women’s Index and the key steps women can take to protect their financial wellbeing. 0:19 – Find out about the …
ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, May 13 13 May, 2020 Senior economist Diana Mousina talks through some fresh business confidence, consumer confidence and wages data in Australia. She also wraps the day that was in markets, which finished slightly higher in Australia. Important information While every care has been taken in the preparation of this video, AMP Capital Investors Limited (ABN 59 001 777 591, AFSL 232497) and AMP Capital Funds …
Should you give your teenager a credit card? We live in a culture of smartphones, WIFI, home delivery, online shopping and online gaming, where most needs and wants can be met almost instantly. With so much temptation to spend, it’s vital to teach your kids the money skills to help them enjoy financial wellbeing as adults. One of these key skills is learning how to deal with debt responsibly. Researchers from Cambridge1 University found …
ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, May 11 11 May, 2020 Chief economist Shane Oliver wraps the day that was in local markets, the last week in global markets, and why Australia might just be the lucky country when it comes to COVID-19 recovery. Important information While every care has been taken in the preparation of this video, AMP Capital Investors Limited (ABN 59 001 777 591, AFSL 232497) and AMP Capital …
