For the first time since November 2010, the RBA has raised its official cash rate – from 0.1% taking it to 0.35%. This was above market expectations for a 0.15% hike and a bit closer to our expectation for a 0.4% move suggesting that the RBA appears to have partly accepted the argument that it had to do something decisive in order to signal its resolve to get inflation back down.
The relatively modest difference in economic policies between the Coalition and Labor suggests minimal impact on investment markets if there is a change of government at the forthcoming election. But what happens if neither the Coalition or Labor win enough seats to govern?
Reducing financial stress The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare recently released a report covering the impacts of COVID-19 on Australians during the first year of the pandemic. The report highlights that many
When it comes to living a longer, healthier, more active lifestyle, a good approach involves easy tasks you can turn into everyday habits. If you’re after ideas, here are some ways you can sustain or even improve your physical and mental wellbeing.