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Reflecting on 2024
5 January
The 2024 calendar year provided favourable returns in most sectors of the market. This short video provides a brief review of various indexes with Australia, United State and average global sharemarket returns. Sending best...[Read More]
Market Update 2 December 2024 [Video]
2 December
The 2024 calendar year has been a very good year for investment markets - with most market sectors showing attractive gains. This short video provides an update. Please note this is general information only. If you have any questions or...[Read More]
Market Update – 2 September 2024 [Video]
2 September
Inflation is lingering above the target range for the RBA - and may defer the opportunity for the RBA to reduce interest rates. The US sharemarket continues trending upwards - influenced by returns from large global technology...[Read More]
Market Update – June 2024 [Video]
3 June
Inflation has reduced but still above the target range for the RBA. Persistent inflation may defer the opportunity for the RBA to reduce interest rates. The US sharemarket is influenced by returns from the "Magnificent 7" - the 7...[Read More]
Market Update – February 2024 [Video]
5 February
Happy new year and best wishes for the year ahead. We had some good news on inflation last week with inflation for the 4th Quarter of 2023 coming in lower than expected. The RBA is unlikely to increase rates again in February and we...[Read More]
[VIDEO] Google — 25 Years in Search: The Most Searched
20 December
This year, we’re celebrating the most searched figures and moments in 25 years of Google Search. From some of the world’s most iconic performances, to history-making breakthroughs, see the moments that have changed the world and inspired the...[Read More]
Market Update – November 2023 [Video]
6 November
Inflation is proving persistent and bond rates have continued to rise. In Australia, the RBA is expected to raise interest rates on 7 November 2023. The risk of a global recession lingers and the markets are also absorbing...[Read More]
Investing in bonds [Video]
28 September
With the increase in bond rates since mid-2022, bonds are more topical in our discussions with clients. This video provides an explanation of the types of bonds, how their prices change, and the benefits & risks with bond...[Read More]
Market Update – September 2023
4 September
The investment markets have been more favourable for investors so far in 2023. However, further rate rises in Australia are possible and that may lead to an economic recession. We have seen modest positive returns for diversified portfolios...[Read More]
[TED Talk] Simon Sinek Top Leadership & Psychology Skills
2 August
The most inspirational leadership traits as detailed by Simon Sinek. Have you got any others from his portfolio of wisdom? More inspirational leadership insight from Simon Sinek. Do you know any leaders that display these characteristics? Have you...[Read More]
[TED Talk] Tim Urban: Inside the mind of a master procrastinator
26 July
Tim Urban knows that procrastination doesn’t make sense, but he’s never been able to shake his habit of waiting until the last minute to get things done. In this hilarious and insightful talk, Urban takes us on a journey through YouTube binges,...[Read More]
[TED Talk]: Warren Buffett Leaves The Audience SPEECHLESS | One of the Most Inspiring Speeches Ever
12 July
Warren Buffett shares two stories about women who started from nothing and sold their businesses to the legendary investor. This is one of the greatest speeches Mr. Buffett has ever delivered and he also gives really good advice to all...[Read More]
Market Update – 3 June 2023 [Video]
4 June
The investment markets have been more favourable for investors so far in 2023. We have seen modest positive returns for diversified portfolios over the past 12 months. Returns over the past 10 years have been well above inflation - providing...[Read More]
What Happens to Gas Stations When the World Goes Electric? | Emily Grubert | [TED Talk Video]
31 May
When the world goes fully electric, what happens to the cars, tools and livelihoods that rely on fossil fuels? Civil engineer and environmental sociologist Emily Grubert visualizes what a clean energy future will look like, outlining the...[Read More]
Market Update – 1 May 2023 [Video]
3 May
The investment markets have been more favourable for investors so far in 2023. However, inflation is still elevated. More interest rates rises may lie ahead and a global recession remains a risk. This video was recorded on 1 May...[Read More]