Market Update: 2022 Q3 Global Market Outlook Summary
Article by Matt Sherwood, Head of Investment Strategy, Multi Asset @ Perpetual
Read MoreMarket Update: Stocks & Bonds are falling, yet portfolios remain resilient
Article by Matt Sherwood, Head of Investment Strategy, Multi Asset @ Perpetual
Read MoreCOVID relief is over for business owners, and now the struggle is real
We don’t like to focus on the negative, but bear with us on this one. Small business owners currently face government legislated (and industry-led) wage and superannuation increases, increasing energy and supply costs, a tight labour market, increased pressure from the ATO…where can a business owner – who employs Australians and supports the Australian economy…
Read MoreWhat a Labor government means for small business
After 9 years of Liberal government, small business is watching with bated breath to see if Labor is able to support them in the way that they need. Here’s what they’ve promised so far… Albanese has enacted his campaign promise of a minimum wage increase of at least 5.2%, in line with headline inflation – see…
Read MoreEconomic outlook: consumer position, cost of living, property and investment
Australian businesses are having a tough time. Australian consumers however, have money in their pocket. Here are some statistics from the Australia Bureau of Statistics June report. Slower consumer spending over the last two years means Australians have saved quite a bit of money, and their spending grew the Australian economy by 0.8% during the March…
Read MoreMarket Update: May 2022
Article by Matt Sherwood, Head of Investment Strategy, Multi Asset @ Perpetual
Read MoreMarket Update: Recession risk and the audacity of hope
Article by Matt Sherwood, Head of Investment Strategy, Multi Asset @ Perpetual
Read MoreSmall business defence against inflation
Inflation is the latest concern for small business. Levels in the USA are concerning, and while it is not as bad here in Australia, trends such as higher cost of living and increasing interest rates have us all on alert. The current inflation rate is 5.1% – Small businesses need space and opportunity to rise…
Read More10 steps towards a smooth EOFY
With the Australian Tax Office (ATO) back in full collection mode after some leniency during the COVID peak, it is essential that businesses and individuals not only do due diligence this EOFY, but protect against an audit as well. Here’s a step-by-step guide… 1. Schedule time with your accountant A simple first step that enables…
Read MoreWFH? Here’s what you can claim
Had another year of working from home? If yes, then you and 40% of Australians now work from home on a regular basis. Many people have purpose-made work spaces at home off the back of their COVID experiences and changing work cultures. Some have even bought new houses to accommodate their WFH needs. Here’s a…
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