ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, April 24 24 Apr, 2020 Refreshingly quiet day in markets, up 0.4%, good to see in the context of recent volatility. Portfolio strategist Brad Creighton joins us to wrap the day in markets, as well as the week in data. 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 …
A how-to guide for rent relief, SMSFs and preventing adverse tax outcomes Whether you or someone else is leasing a property from your SMSF, the current economic situation is concerning, especially if you have experienced a downturn in business. Worse still, you may be required to shut up shop and can’t afford to pay business expenses. As trustee of your SMSF, how do you solve the cash flow problem if the fund is not receiving …
Tax reform and big investment are on the table in Australia’s recovery period The Reserve Bank governor, Philip Lowe, has released new growth forecasts for Australia as the COVID-19 fight continues. There are several levers policy makers could pull as we steer towards recovery and a new growth agenda. Economic growth The RBA expects a 10% decline in GDP over the March and June quarters. These forecasts are similar to our own, we are expecting …
WEBINARS Webinar: Experts’ Choice Fund Range Update 22 Apr, 2020 Scott McElory, Economic Analyst AMP Capital provides a Macro Market overview followed by Stephen Flegg, Portfolio Manager, who gives an update on the Experts’ Choice Fund Range. 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 …
ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, April 23 23 Apr, 2020 Another flat day in markets but it’s not all bad news, they’ve had a good run in the last few weeks. Big news has also come in from the US overnight, in the form of another stimulus package being in the works. Senior economist Diana Mousina explains. Important information While every care has been taken in the preparation of this video, …
Why long-term goals are key to surviving short-term panic The one certainty in a flood of volatile, shaky short-term outlooks is that this too, shall pass. For me, personally and professionally, I remain intently focused on being prepared for the inevitable recovery period, and that requires holding tight to long-term goals. Right now, we’re all in the depths of managing our way through the COVID-19 human health emergency. We have, very quickly, adapted to unfamiliar …
Covid-19: Early Access to Super and FAQs The federal government is allowing early access to super funds for Australians impacted by Coronavirus (COVID-19). AMP Capital senior economist Diana Mousina and financial adviser John Dani share the pros and cons, plus what you need to know before accessing your super. Watch to find out if you’re eligible for a lump sum payment under the Australian government’s new early access to super scheme and what the early …
ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, April 22 22 Apr, 2020 Another flat day for markets in Australia, in a week which has seen the RBA revise its forecasts for the economy and the PM give us hope of lockdown slowly lifting in the coming weeks. Senior economist Diana Mousina gives an update on the week that has been so far. Important information While every care has been taken in the …
Light at the end of the coronavirus tunnel – what does it mean for investors? Key points After a strong rally, in the short-term shares are vulnerable to bleak economic and earnings news. However, positive news on the coronavirus outbreak is starting to get the upper hand – with evidence of curve flattening, an easing in lockdowns and massive policy stimulus pointing to a possible return to growth in the second half, which should ultimately …
Withdrawing super – what to consider In March 2020, the federal government announced early access to super as one of their measures to support people experiencing financial hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic. Find out some things to consider when looking at this option to take the pressure off your finances at this challenging time. Throughout March 2020 the federal government has been releasing details of financial support available to Australians who have lost income due …
