JUN 20 – Safety, privacy and sustainable change – ethical investing in a pandemic | AMP Capital

WEBINARS JUN 20 – Safety, privacy and sustainable change – ethical investing in a pandemic 10 Jun, 2020 By Kristen Le Mesurier B Com, B Laws (Hons), M LawsPortfolio Manager – Multi Asset GroupSydney, 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 Management Limited (ABN 15 159 557 721, AFSL 426455) makes no representations …

Shares climb a “wall of worry” – but is it sustainable? | AMP Capital

Shares climb a “wall of worry” – but is it sustainable? Key points The strong rally in shares since their March lows reflects a combination of economic reopening, signs of recovery, policy stimulus and once pessimistic investors closing underweight or short positions. Shares are vulnerable to a short-term consolidation or pullback. But if we are right, and April was the low in economic conditions, then shares are likely to be higher on a 6 to …

After the Bell: daily market update, June 9 | AMP Capital

ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, June 9 09 Jun, 2020 A massive rally today on the ASX, led by the banks, has lifted Australia to new highs since the pandemic struck. There’s also talk that the unemployment rate could be lower than originally thought. Our 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 …

How to become a mono-tasker | Money & Life

How to become a mono-tasker Are you addicted to multi-tasking? Dr Amantha Imber provides three science-backed strategies to become a mono-tasker. You’re working hard on a report. It’s due tomorrow. But it’s hard work. And you’re feeling stuck with what to write next. To relieve the discomfort, you do a ‘just check’ of your inbox. After spending a couple of minutes feeling productive by deleting all the e-newsletters that always seem to return even after …

After the Bell: daily market update, June 5 | AMP Capital

  ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, June 5 05 Jun, 2020 Our chief economist Shane Oliver, wraps a historic week for Australia, which has again seen markets notch up a gain. 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 15 159 557 721, AFSL 426455) makes no …

Market Update 05 June 2020 | AMP Capital

Market Update 05 June 2020 Investment markets and key developments over the past week Share markets continued to power up over the last week as developed countries saw further reopening along with more green shoots of recovery and some countries unveiled more stimulus measures, all of which swamped concerns about protests in the US and ongoing tensions between the US and China. Reflecting the strong global lead, the Australian share market rose to its highest level …

Why a ‘revenge buying’ ramp up is one to watch for investors | AMP Capital

Why a ‘revenge buying’ ramp up is one to watch for investors China was the first country into the pandemic and out of it, so its patterns can be indicative of what’s to come for the rest of the world. Early indications of an uplift in consumer spending is good news in this sense, as pent up demand finds its outlet. What is ‘revenge buying’? The term ‘revenge buying’ was originally used to describe the …

My take on life in Australia during a recession | AMP Capital

My take on life in Australia during a recession Going into a recession is bad news. When the economy goes backwards, spending contracts, the jobs market gets tougher, wages go down – the list goes on. This period ahead has come as a shock to many Australians, but there are some things worth noting that might make it easier to bear. Australia has been battling through a calamitous start to 2020 so far. We kicked …

After the Bell: daily market update, June 4 | AMP Capital

ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, June 4 04 Jun, 2020 Markets are looking through some bad news in Australia at the moment, and it seems the US isn’t too rattled yet by social and political tensions.Our 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 …

COVID-19 and rental property

COVID-19 and rental property AMP Capital looks at what the coronavirus outbreak means for Australian rental property investors Australians love property. From beach houses to city apartments, suburban blocks to trendy townhouses, our continuing love affair with real estate shows no sign of fading, particularly when it comes to investing in rental property. But the coronavirus has thrown property investors a curveball that no-one saw coming. So, whether you own a rental property or you’re …