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

ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, July 23 23 Jul, 2020 The ASX finished higher today and the federal treasurer, Josh Frydenberg, delivered the mini budget for Australia. Our senior economist, Diana Mousina, joins us with her insight. 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 …

Econosights: The economics of COVID-19 lockdowns | AMP Capital

Econosights: The economics of COVID-19 lockdowns   Key points Rising COVID-19 cases around the world is leading to questions about the need for another round of government lockdowns to stop the spread of the virus. Lockdowns lead to closed businesses, lower household spending and higher unemployment. But a lot of these outcomes would still occur without a lockdown as households self-regulate their behaviour. Sweden is evidence of this. It has pursued a herd immunity strategy, …

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

ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, July 22 22 Jul, 2020 The ASX finished lower today after a big day yesterday, and Victoria marked a grim milestone in the battle against COVID-19. Unpacking the day that was is our senior economist Diana Mousina. 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 …

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

ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, July 21 21 Jul, 2020 Big day on the ASX, and a spate of government and central bank commentary was also delivered. Senior economist, Diana Mousina, shares her views on what it could all mean for the economy. 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 …

After the Bell: daily market update, July 20 | AMP Capital

ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, July 20 20 Jul, 2020 ASX has had a soft start to the week, global markets finished well last week, and the economic impact of a second wave or accelerated first waves. Chief Economist Shane Oliver shares his insights 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 …

After the Bell: daily market update, July 17 | AMP Capital

ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, July 17 17 Jul, 2020 ASX was slightly up today, China has recorded some solid economic data, and COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Victoria. Portfolio strategist Brad Creighton recaps the week that was. 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 …

Market Update 17 July 2020 | AMP Capital

  Market Update 17 July 2020 Investment markets and key developments over the past week US, European and Japanese share markets rose over the past week as positive news on vaccines and mostly good economic data offset a continuing rise in new US coronavirus cases. Australian shares benefitted from the positive US lead with strong gains in materials, utilities, retail and financial shares helping to offset concerns about the continuing surge in cases in Victoria. Chinese …

After the Bell: daily market update, July 16 | AMP Capital

ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, July 16 16 Jul, 2020 Soft day on the ASX today, which senior economist Diana Mousina talks through, as well as data on the jobs market and property. 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) …

What we’re watching for as markets try and normalise for the second half of 2020

  What we’re watching for as markets try and normalise for the second half of 2020 We’re past the halfway point of a year that has marked a profound chapter in modern history. This time last year, the events of the last six months would have been unimaginable. This time a few months ago, there was no end in clear sight. Now, it’s hard to believe we’re this far through the year. Realising all this …

What could the lasting impacts of COVID-19 be?

  What could the lasting impacts of COVID-19 be?   Let’s assume for a moment that we are able to contain the outbreak in Victoria and any clusters in New South Wales in the coming weeks. Throw in also the possibility of an effective vaccine emerging, and there’s good cause for optimism about the prospect of life returning to a new normal sometime next year. I’m going to stress the word “new”, however, because while …