For every action there is a reaction. And while we’re not criticising the government’s policy response to COVID-19, we recognise that such intervention often has unintended consequences.
Day: 26 May 2020
Who inherits your super?%3$s>
There are only certain people who can inherit your super when you die. There are also two different types of nominations you can make. Here’s what you need to know before making your super beneficiary nomination.
Planning, not panic: managing retirement portfolios through the pandemic%3$s>
It’s a tough time to make a decision but investors should be aware of the options available to them.
Downsizer contributions: what are the rules?%3$s>
Many people have reportedly missed out because they didn’t understand the eligibility criteria of downsizer contributions. Here’s a summary of the rules to make things easier.
Dividend cuts – what can investors expect?%3$s>
Since the financial crisis more than a decade ago, investors have had to search much harder for income as savings rates have plunged.
Market Insight – Staying the Course%3$s>
While it can be hard to stay in the market when share prices plummet, now is not the time to panic.
Geopolitical risks for the economy and investments%3$s>
The world has always been challenged by the dynamics of geopolitics. The nature and magnitude of associated conflicts may transition and manifest across varying contexts but, broadly speaking, geopolitical risk is ever present.
Economic Update%3$s>
The Australian dollar clawed back all of its lost ground from March. The currency gained 7.0% against the US dollar, closing April at 65.5 US cents. Similar strength was seen against other currencies too.