Experts’ Choice Fund Range Update Webinar | AMP Capital

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 …

After the Bell: daily market update, April 23 | AMP Capital

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 | AMP Capital

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 | Q&AMP

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 …

After the Bell: daily market update, April 22 | AMP Capital

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? | AMP Capital

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 | Money & Life

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 …

After the Bell: daily market update, April 21 | AMP Capital

ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, April 21 21 Apr, 2020 Huge news in oil markets overnight, followed by encouraging announcements from Scott Morrison about Australia’s road out of lockdown. Senior economist Diana Mousina discusses those developments, and wraps the day that was in markets. 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 …

Planning, not panic: managing retirement portfolios through the pandemic

Planning, not panic: managing retirement portfolios through the pandemic Despite the recent wild ride for markets coping with the uncertainty of the coronavirus pandemic, many investors are well-versed in the need to “sit tight”. They understand that moving out of positions in falling markets risks crystallising losses at the bottom and missing out on the recovery. For retirees it’s not so simple, where portfolios are particularly vulnerable to sequencing and behavioural risks that are not …

Econosights: The impact of Covid-19 on the Australian labour market | AMP Capital

Econosights: The impact of Covid-19 on the Australian labour market Key points Most industries are feeling some negative impact from the coronavirus disruption via reduced employee hours, wage cuts, stood down workers or permanent staff reductions. On our estimates, around 41% of jobs are at a high risk of lower work hours, being stood down or terminated. However, the Federal Government’s well designed JobKeeper wage subsidy scheme should see most of these employees kept in …