As we begin to wrap up the winter season, we can embrace the last of the cooler days and make the most of the opportunities the months ahead may bring. July provided some welcome signs for the Australian economy, although inflation pressures persist. CPI eased to 3.8% in the year to June, down from 4.0% […]
As we step into a new financial year, a raft of changes will take effect, so consider the opportunities and challenges ahead. June delivered a mixed picture for the Australian economy as the new financial year begins. Headline inflation eased, but underlying inflationary measures rose to their highest level in almost two years, reinforcing expectations that interest rates may
As we step into the first month of winter and approach the end of the financial year, attention is turning to the resilience of the economy and households. May delivered mixed signals for the Australian economy as inflation eased slightly to 4.2% in April from 4.6% in March, although underlying inflation edged higher from 3.3%
As we enter the final month of Autumn, the focus has been on the Federal Budget and interest rates. April certainly brought a sharper edge to the economic outlook with the Middle East crisis, inflation, volatile markets and fragile consumer confidence continuing to weigh heavily on investors. The sharp increase in petrol prices fuelled a
It’s April already and Easter will soon be upon us. We hope you have a peaceful and relaxing holiday weekend. The big economic story in March didn’t need a share market ticker to announce itself, it was visible on every petrol station price board across the country. The escalating war in the Middle East has
March has arrived, and with that the weather starts to cool; this brings a fresh chapter and a chance to set your pace for the months ahead. February delivered mixed signals for the Australian economy. Labour market conditions were steady. The unemployment rate held at 4.1%, with 18,000 more people employed in January, driven by
As we say goodbye to the summer holiday period, 2026 kicked off with some encouraging signs but it comes with a sting in the tail as global uncertainty continues to shake things up. There was a surprise drop in unemployment in December to 4.1%, the number of jobs available increased and household spending grew. However,
As we begin 2026, we extend our warmest wishes for a year filled with health, happiness and success. We look forward to embracing fresh opportunities and new possibilities. We start the year with the release of the latest inflation data. While figures were lower than expected, economists remain divided about a February rate hike. There
With summer now upon us, it is the season of family gatherings, end of year celebrations, and holidays. We would like to wish you and your family a happy and safe festive season. The economy came under renewed pressure in November as inflation accelerated. The first full monthly CPI release showed annual inflation rising to
Australia’s economy remained under pressure in October with a surprise bump in inflation, dampening hopes of a rate cut and prompting some economists to predict the next move in interest rates may be an increase. Headline CPI rose to 3.2% in the September quarter, up from 2.1% in June, the highest quarterly rise in more
