US interest rates have been making headlines in recent months, but do they really matter to Australian investors? The short answer is they do, a lot.
Market update – January 2019
The Pulse The US Fed appears to be more cautious about the economy but remains in tightening mode, with a further two rate hikes expected in 2019 There are signs of slowing momentum in the US economy but fundamentals remain relatively robust, especially in the labour market The property market has dominated the headlines in […]
Market Update – November 2018
The Pulse US economic growth moderated in the September quarter but is underpinned by strong consumer spending growth. The IMF recently downgraded its forecast for global economic growth, partly reflecting the US-China trade war. In Australia, business conditions remain relatively robust while labour market conditions continue to show signs of underlying strength. Chinese GDP grew […]
Market update – September 2018
The Pulse Trade tensions between the US and China are still a source of significant uncertainty for financial markets. Political risks and trade uncertainty have seen a vicious cycle of selling in emerging market currencies as investors react to contagion fears. US shares rose in August on the back of positive company earnings results, while […]
Market Update – August 2018
The Pulse US economic growth shot to an annualised 4.1% in the June quarter but the market is questioning whether this is sustainable. The impact of US and Chinese tariffs has been noticeable in Asian export growth but US manufacturing activity is yet to be hit hard. In Australia, the RBA continues to keep rates […]
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