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Last Updated: Monday, 19th May, 4:25PM
| ASX All Ords | 8517.8 | -0.72% |
| ASX 200 | 8288 | -0.67% |
| NZX 50 | 12629.07 | -1.23% |
| Dow Jones | 42654.74 | +0.78% |
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| DAX | 23767.43 | +0.30% |
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| Oil | 62.09 | -0.64% |
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| S&P Futures | 5920 | -0.93% |
| Dow Futures | 42429 | -0.72% |
| NASDAQ Fut. | 21268.25 | -1.11% |
| Russell2000 | 2097.1 | -1.05% |
| 10YR Bonds | 4.441 | -0.31% |
| Vix | 17.24 | -3.31% |
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| USD | $ | 0.6404 | United States Dollars |
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| EUR | € | 0.5733 | European Union Euros |
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| Investors Shift Focus to Hedged International Equity ETFs Amid Volatility Mon, 19 May: New insights from InvestSMART reveal a noticeable shift in investment preferences from Australian equity Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) to global equity ETFs, particularly hedged international equity ETFs. This development comes in light of investors' efforts to guard against currency fluctuations. - read more
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| Diplomatic Efforts Critical for Super Tax Revisions Mon, 19 May: In the wake of the recent election, the financial services sector finds itself grappling with the government's contentious superannuation legislation, targeting unrealised capital gains within accounts over $3 million. Despite facing broad disapproval, the current political landscape has limited the sector’s leverage, with the Australian Labor Party (ALP) securing a commanding victory. Now, attention shifts to possible marginal adjustments, where indexation emerges as a viable area for diplomacy and a point of interest for the Senate crossbench. - read more
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| RBA Rate Cut Possible Despite Eased US-China Tariffs Mon, 19 May: Economists are largely forecasting that the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) will reduce interest rates during its upcoming meeting, although recent international developments add some uncertainty to this prediction. Notably, US President Donald Trump's decision to lower tariffs on China prompted a reciprocal tariff reduction by Beijing, leading to a rise in risk asset values, including shares. - read more
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| AFCA Upholds Policyholder's Claim, Dismisses Fraud Allegation in Car Theft Case Mon, 19 May: The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) has dismissed allegations of fraud against a policyholder by Auto & General Services following an unsatisfactory investigation related to a stolen and burnt-out vehicle. The ruling in favour of the claimant highlights procedural gaps in the insurer’s investigation. - read more
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| Top 5 Financial Tips for Australian Young Families Starting a family is one of life's most rewarding experiences, but it also comes with a unique set of financial challenges. For young families in Australia, where the cost of living can rise quickly, having a solid financial plan is crucial. Financial planning is not just about managing money; it's about creating a sense of security and peace of mind for your loved ones. - read more
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| Investing 101: A Beginner's Guide for Australian Adults Investing can initially seem daunting, but it’s essentially the act of allocating money with the expectation of generating an income or profit over time. It's important because investing offers the potential for your money to grow and outpace inflation, ensuring you have a secure financial future. - read more
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| Maximise Your Superannuation: Strategies for a Comfortable Retirement Superannuation, commonly known as 'super,' is a crucial part of planning for a comfortable retirement. It serves as a long-term savings measure, gradually increasing in value to support you once you stop working. But what exactly is superannuation? - read more
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| How Much Life Insurance Do I Need? There are many different reasons to purchase life insurance (generation skipping tax, estate plan, estate preservation, surviving spouse needs, planning for your children's future and more). There is no right amount of life insurance, but here are some guidelines that might help you decide how much life insurance you need. - read more
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