After the Bell: daily market update, March 27 | AMP Capital

  ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, March 27 27 Mar, 2020 The ASX slumped again today, Australia is staring down the barrel of more intense lockdown measures, and quarantine looms for anyone who sets foot in the country. Today, strategist in the dynamic markets team, Brad Creighton, runs through markets for the day and what the data is telling us about how containment is tracking. While every care has been taken …

After the Bell: daily market update, March 26 | AMP Capital

ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, March 26 26 Mar, 2020   ASX gains picked up pace today, following the US Senate passing a massive $US 2 trillion stimulus package. This news comes as hot spots for COVID-19, like NSW, are warned about further lockdown measures. We discuss this and more with AMP Capital senior economist, Diana Mousina. While every care has been taken in the preparation of this recording, AMP Capital …

After the Bell: daily market update, March 25 | AMP Capital

ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, March 25 25 Mar, 2020 By AMP Capital   Australians woke up to the news that they are banned from leaving the country and have to practice stricter social distancing in their personal lives. Our chief economist, Shane Oliver, weighs in on that, as well as the trading day, which saw an early surge for the ASX. Important notes While every care has been taken in the …

Retirees, COVID-19, and options on the table during a market crash | AMP Capital

Retirees, COVID-19, and options on the table during a market crash The spread of coronavirus has been followed by some of the biggest plunges in share markets since the Global Financial Crisis (GFC), both here in Australia and around the world. There’s nothing new about a market correction, but for those close to retirement it can be a nerve-wracking experience. If you’ve checked your superannuation balance over the last week, you may need a stiff …

After the Bell: daily market update, March 24 | AMP Capital

ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, March 24 24 Mar, 2020 By AMP Capital Markets finished slightly higher today, and are coming to terms what the lockdown measures mean locally and around the world. Dermot Ryan, co-portfolio manager in the Australian equities team, talks about whether markets have reached peak panic, and the long-term thinking he’s sticking to during this freefall. Important notes While every care has been taken in the preparation of …

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

  ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, March 23 23 Mar, 2020 By AMP Capital The federal government has thrown unprecedented stimulus at the COVID-19 human health emergency, with more to come. We run through the concessions which are set to be available to Australians individuals, businesses and households – and what, if any, impact that has had on markets. Important notes While every care has been taken in the preparation of this …

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

  ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, March 20 20 Mar, 2020 The trading week  has come to an end, and in this episode, we see how markets closed on Friday and discuss the latest major policy announcements from the Australian authorities. While every care has been taken in the preparation of this recording, AMP Capital Investors Limited (ABN 59 001 777 591, AFSL 232497) and AMP Capital Funds Management Limited (ABN …

After the Bell: daily market update, March 19 | AMP Capital

  ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, March 19 19 Mar, 2020 We take a look at markets on a day marked by a substantial easing of monetary policy from the Reserve Bank of Australia, and continued COVID-19 panic worldwide. While every care has been taken in the preparation of this recording, AMP Capital Investors Limited (ABN 59 001 777 591, AFSL 232497) and AMP Capital Funds Management Limited (ABN 15 159 …

After the Bell: daily market update, March 18 | AMP Capital

ECONOMICS & MARKETS After the Bell: daily market update, March 18 18 Mar, 2020 It was another rough day in markets and there’s more downside to go. AMP Capital’s senior economist, Diana Mousina, talks through the day that was, including a summary of wartime-like measures announced by Australian prime minister Scott Morrison.   While every care has been taken in the preparation of this information contained in this website, neither AMP Capital Investors Limited (ABN …

Holding your nerve – why retirees fear a market plunge

The spread of coronavirus has been followed by some of the biggest plunges in share markets since the global financial crisis (GFC), both here in Australia and around the world. There’s nothing new about a market correction, but for those close to retirement in can be a nerve-wracking experience. If you’ve checked your superannuation balance over the last week, you may need a stiff drink. For investors, or anyone with super, the general advice is …