Keeping in Touch – October 2013

Keeping in Touch – October 2013 Making sense of the U.S. economy post-GFC Despite being battered and bruised over the last few years, the U.S. still remains the largest economy in the world. This preeminent position means that it has a critical influence over events in other major world markets. For […]

The Economic Update – September 2013

The Economic Update – September 2013 Summary: In Australia, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) lowered the cash rate by a further 0.25% to 2.5% at the start of August. In Australia, official interest rates moved lower in July after the RBA noted that low inflation provided scope for further cuts […]

Keeping in Touch -September 2013

Keeping in Touch -September 2013 Saving for your child’s education There are a number of different ways that you can save for your children’s education, especially as it’s likely to be one of the biggest family expenses that you’ll ever have. It is important to try and start as early as […]

The Economic Update- August 2013

The Economic Update- August 2013 Financial markets were once again primarily driven by central bank commentary in July. In Australia, official interest rates moved lower in July after the RBA noted that low inflation provided scope for further cuts to the cash rate despite the large fall in the Australia dollar. Over […]

Keeping in Touch – August 2013

Keeping in Touch – August 2013 Charitable Giving Australians are well known for their generosity when it comes to supporting charities. Whether it’s a sudden natural disaster or supporting established charitable institutions, we give many millions each year to provide relief and comfort where it is needed most. Fortunately, such generosity […]

The Economic Update – July 2013

The Economic Update – July 2013 The announcement in May that the Fed may begin scaling back their asset purchase program remained a driver of financial markets in June. The US economy seems to be staying the course of moderate economic growth, however there have been signs of a slowdown in […]

The Key Newsletter – Winter 2013

The Key Newsletter – Winter 2013 Issue 40 of the latest market insight from Financial Services Partners. In this issue: How will the new Stronger Super reforms affect you? Savour the delights of Tasmania’s wine regions Exposing some myths on income protection claims Market commentary

Keeping in Touch-July 2013

Keeping in Touch-July 2013 Australian Dollar After having an extended period of being above parity with the U.S. Dollar, the Australian Dollar appears to be back on the rollercoaster with its value falling recently into the nineties. So why is this happening all of a sudden and where is it heading? […]