Opportunities await – Super changes from 1 July 2022

Changes to super contribution rules from 1 July may create a great opportunity to revisit yoursavings and super contribution strategies. The changes may create new or enhanced optionsto build your savings. Outlined below is a brief explanation of some of the key changes andhow you could benefit. Super changes aheadNow is a great time to…

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2022 Federal Budget Analysis

This year’s Federal Budget covers a range of measures aiming to reduce the pressure from increased costs of living and help people into homes. Note: These changes are proposals only and may or may not be made law. Summary Personal taxation Cost of living tax offset: The Low and Middle Income Tax Offset (LMITO) will…

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Market Wrap

The recovery rally marches on Global shares rose 4.7% and 3.4% in hedged and unhedged terms, respectively. Emerging markets continued to struggle (down -0.6%) with political tension within Hong Kong and heightened US tensions driving Chinese equities lower for the month (China accounts for ~40% of the benchmark index making a major driver). Australian shares…

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Market Wrap

Risk assets rose Global shares were up 1.8% and 0.4% in hedged and unhedged terms, respectively. Domestically, Australian shares underperformed international markets falling -0.4% during October. This was driven by a combination of falling iron ore prices hurting mining giants such as Rio Tinto and disappointing quarterly updates impacting the major banks. The Australian dollar…

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Market Wrap

Geopolitical events dominate                                                                                                   November 2018 Global shares…

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Five ways to keep your business debt under control

Managing your business debt can help you steer clear of financial trouble. Piling up a lot of debt could leave your business in financial difficulty or, worse, bankrupt. Here are five ways that may help you manage debt and avoid a financial mess. 1.         Understand your business situation It’s important to keep track of your…

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