Market Update January 2012

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Market Update January 2012 I’m pleased to present the first edition of Market Update for 2012. With much of the news in last year’s editions of Market Update focusing on the developments in Europe around sovereign debt issues, it’s not surprising that Europe is again key to how sharemarkets in 2012 will play out. While this uncertainty is bound to … Read More

Market Update December 2011

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Market Update December 2011 It’s been quite a year for sharemarkets around the world, and in this edition of Market Update the attention remains firmly on Europe with central banks agreeing to co-ordinate to ease pressure on markets. While this is positive news, Europe still has a long way to go before we see real, tangible improvements. There’s also reason … Read More

Unisuper Issue

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Unisuper Issue I have attached a link to a recent 7.30 report story about Unisuper – this will be of concern to all Unisuper Defined Benefit members. http://www.abc.net.au/7.30/content/2011/s3390328.htm

Market Update November 2011

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Market Update November 2011 It’s been quite a month for markets, and in this edition of Market Update the focus remains on Europe, particularly the situations in Greece and Italy. While the Europeans continue to sort through their issues, you’ll be pleased to know the news both out of the US and back at home is a little better. Other … Read More

Europe

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Europe A good article summarising what is happening in Europe and the impact on markets attached, from AXA. Click here to download the PDF document

We’re Wealthier Than We Feel

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We’re Wealthier Than We Feel Credit Suisse have just released their new Global Wealth report, which shows our average wealth is only eclipsed by the Swiss! Are you feeling wealthy? We have a link to InvestorDaily. http://www.investordaily.com.au/cps/rde/xchg/id/style/12791.htm?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&rdeCOQ=SID-0A3D9632-50A29839

Market Update October 2011

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Market Update October 2011 This edition of Market Update looks at the developments with the European debt issues and the fiscal measures being implemented in the US to help their economy. This includes the US Federal Reserve (FED) announcing “Operation Twist” and President Obama’s plan – the American Jobs Act. Other key points from this edition include: Manufacturing sector growth … Read More