Not another Eurozone crisis! The rise of the far right in Europe, the French election and implications for investors

                 Download PDF version Not another Eurozone crisis! The rise of the far right in Europe, the French election and implications for investors Key points – The success of far-right political parties in EU parliamentary elections & the calling of an election in France have boosted uncertainty by risking a return to the Eurozone crises. – However, centrist parties still dominate in Europe and support for the Euro …

Weekly market update 14-06-2024

US shares up on better inflation data, Eurozone shares down after Parliamentary Elections and France election uncertainty, Australian shares still under-performing and more.

Mortgage versus super – a common dilemma

Are you better off putting extra money into superannuation or the mortgage? Here are some rules you can follow to work out what’s right for you

Oliver’s insights – The US presidential election – implications for investors and Australia

The US presidential election – implications for investors and Australia

AMP Harder-working home loans

AMP Harder-working home loans With fast approval times, clever ways to help you pay off your mortgage and access to more money when you need it, AMP home loans work harder for you. https://www.amp.com.au/home-loans/professional-package-home-loan   If you’re looking for a home loan, Financial Partners (TAS) is here to help. If it’s your first home, or if it’s time to renovate, refinance or invest, we’re here to help make it happen. Contact us now  03 6343 …

What’s capital gains tax and when do you pay it?

 Download PDF version What’s capital gains tax and when do you pay it? Here’s a guide to how CGT works and some ways to minimise your tax burden Capital gains tax is charged on the profit you make from the sale of assets. CGT can apply to assets you’ve purchased or inherited – shares, investments, land, property (special rules apply to your primary residence), and even collectibles and personal items, depending on what you paid …

Super and tax – what’s changing on 1 July 2024

 Download PDF version Super and tax – what’s changing on 1 July 2024 Here’s a quick rundown of the latest law changes They say nothing is certain in life except two things – death and taxes. Australians can probably add a third – the knowledge that come the end of financial year, the rules around superannuation and taxation will inevitably change. It can be hard keeping up with all the latest super and tax rule …

Econosights – positive supply shocks

Post pandemic, the supply of labour has increased in many major economies, including the US and Australia, through elevated immigration and a lift in the participation rate to a record high.