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Economic update August 2026

Economic update August 2026

Market developments during July 2026 included: Market Summary Global share markets softened in July as weakness in US technology shares weighed on investor sentiment, while Australian shares outperformed after lagging…
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What is an investment platform?

What is an investment platform?

You may have heard of investment platforms (or master trusts or wrap accounts, which are two types of investment platforms). An investment platform is an administrative system for your investments.…
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The explosion of the Australian credit market

The explosion of the Australian credit market

A reshaping of Australia’s financial landscape is underway, driven in large part by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority’s (APRA) 2024 mandate to phase out bank hybrids by 2032. For decades,…
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Investing for income

Investing for income

Share markets are renowned for taking unexpected downturns and while history shows that markets eventually recover, this rebound in value can occasionally take time. Investors concerned about this risk might…
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Inflation vs your savings

Inflation vs your savings

Inflation is a slow force working against your financial goals. It can quietly erode the purchasing power of your money over time. While it’s tempting to see cash as a…
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Avoiding income tax bracket creep

Avoiding income tax bracket creep

You earn more money; you pay more tax. So far, so fair. But what’s not so fair happens when your wage rise bumps your earnings into a higher tax bracket,…
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3 million super tax explained

3 million super tax explained

What’s actually changing and who it affects Known to some as the ‘$3 million super tax’, new legislation effective from 1 July 2026 will add an extra 15% tax on…
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Tips for staying safe online

Tips for staying safe online

Investment Scams Investment opportunities that seem too good to be true, probably are. If you’re approached via unsolicited emails or calls from an investment company or financial adviser, it’s crucial…
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Super fund fees explained

Super fund fees explained

What are super fund fees? Super fund fees are the costs charged to manage your account and the investments your money is held in. They can cover running your account,…
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