Investment and economic outlook, September 2024

Investment and economic outlook, September 2024

The latest forecasts for investment returns and region-by-region economic outlook. . A recent rapid decline in its money supply highlights deflationary concerns in China. The GDP deflator, a broad, inflation-adjusted measure of economic output, has been negative for...
Economic slowdown drives mixed reporting season

Economic slowdown drives mixed reporting season

Many Australian companies are still battling economic crosswinds and headwinds.   . Hundreds of companies listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) have just finished announcing their financial results from the full and half-year period to 30 June, 2024.  ...
Age pension fails to meet retirement needs

Age pension fails to meet retirement needs

New research has found most Australians believe the age pension is insufficient to fund their retirements, with larger superannuation balances and access to professional financial advice linked to higher levels of financial well-being instead. . The “National Seniors...
ATO stats show continued growth in SMSF sector

ATO stats show continued growth in SMSF sector

The ATO’s June quarterly statistical data on the SMSF sector has been released and has revealed continued growth. . According to the latest data, there are now 625,609 SMSFs in Australia up from 598,564 in the June 2023 quarter. This number correlates with the...
A new day for Federal Reserve policy

A new day for Federal Reserve policy

What the Federal Reserve's policy shift means for rates.   . The Federal Reserve’s target for short-term interest rates essentially sets the minimum level of borrowing costs in the United States. On September 18, the Fed reduced its interest rate target for the...
What are the government’s intentions with negative gearing?

What are the government’s intentions with negative gearing?

Both the Treasurer and the Prime Minister have confirmed that Treasury is exploring changes to the contentious policy. . In a move reminiscent of 2019, both Jim Chalmers and Anthony Albanese confirmed on Wednesday that Treasury officials are working on options to...
ATO encourages trustees to use voluntary disclosure service

ATO encourages trustees to use voluntary disclosure service

The ATO is encouraging SMSF trustees to use its voluntary disclosure service to inform it early if a contravention has occurred. . The regulator said managing a self-managed super fund requires trustees to meet certain obligations, which, if overlooked, can result in...