Finance
Oliver’s Insights – Australian home prices up solidly – expect some slowing in 2026
4 December
Key points Cotality data shows national average home prices rose strongly again in November, but with the pace of growth slowing slightly to 1%mom. Near record low vacancy rates is contributing to a pickup in annual rental growth to 5%yoy. The...[Read More]
Australian economy builds as investment roars back
4 December
Surging investment in data centres and housing has driven Australia’s economic growth rate to its fastest pace in two years. The nation’s gross domestic product grew by 2.1 per cent over the year to September, the Australian Bureau of Statistics...[Read More]
Chinese economic slowdown at top of RBA’s mind
4 December
The Reserve Bank head says a wobble in the Chinese economy is top of the central bank’s mind, shortly after forecasters downgraded growth prospects for Australia’s largest trading partner. RBA governor Michele Bullock said a slowdown in China...[Read More]
Shoppers tap credit to fund record Black Friday sales
4 December
Australians are set for a record spend on the Black Friday weekend, but it appears they are banking on credit cards to cover the costs. Bargain shoppers are expected to drop $6.8 billion over the Black Friday-Cyber Monday weekend, a four per cent...[Read More]
Homebuyers at square one as price hikes eat rate cuts
4 December
Surging home prices have wiped away the benefits of three interest rate cuts to new buyers, new data reveals. Across Australia, home values grew by one per cent in November with the median dwelling now worth $888,941, property analytics firm...[Read More]
Uni debts slashed for more than one million Australians
4 December
Half of all Australians with a student debt have had their loans slashed by 20 per cent. The Australian Taxation Office will automatically apply the one-off reduction, with a further 1.5 million people to receive the cut by the end of next week. In...[Read More]
‘Very positive news’: ray of light post inflation shock
3 December
Australia’s economy has been delivered a welcome bit of good news just a day after nightmare inflation figures raised the spectre of interest rate hikes. For more than a decade, stagnant business investment has contributed to Australia’s...[Read More]
Share market volatility: why time in the market beats timing the market
27 November
Share market volatility is a natural and inevitable aspect of investing. While market fluctuations can cause anxiety among investors, attempting to predict short-term market movements, known as “timing the market,” often leads to missed...[Read More]
Investing can be a roller coaster: some tips for riding the ups and downs
27 November
Investing is rarely a smooth ride. Markets rise, fall, and sometimes loop-the-loop, leaving even the most seasoned investors feeling queasy. Just like a roller coaster, the ups can be exhilarating, but the drops can be nerve-wracking. The key to...[Read More]
Why we need to think about tax at the end of the calendar year — and how to set up for a better 2026
27 November
As the calendar year draws to a close, most people turn their attention to holidays, summer plans, or simply winding down. Yet this period is also one of the most important times to pause and consider your tax position. While tax time may feel...[Read More]
Strategies for adult children moving out of home
27 November
The rising cost of living has become a significant challenge for adult children living at home and aspiring to move out. In many parts of the world, particularly in Australia, the cost of housing, groceries, transportation, and utilities has...[Read More]
The adult’s guide to embracing superannuation
27 November
Being young comes with a whirlwind of experiences and financial priorities, often pushing thoughts about retirement and superannuation to the back burner. Initially, for many young individuals, superannuation feels like a distant concern,...[Read More]
The importance of personal financial planning
27 November
The importance of personal financial planning can’t be overstated, regardless of your age. Proper financial planning can offer a safety net for you and your family while giving you the freedom to make informed choices. Many adults worry about the...[Read More]
Oliver’s Insights – Housing affordability at a record low – here’s four key ways to fix it
27 November
Key points With the latest surge in home prices relative to incomes housing affordability is at a new record low. This is adding to a slide in home ownership and rising inequality. The key to sustainably improving housing affordability is to...[Read More]
New inflation reporting has the Reserve Bank excited
27 November
Wednesday was a momentous day for stats nerds. The Australian Bureau of Statistics released the nation’s first complete monthly consumer price index publication, bringing the nation in line with peer economies and giving the Reserve Bank a more...[Read More]