Finance
Call for more biofuels to keep trucks, utes on the road
20 March
Truckies wonât have to go electric and Aussies donât have to give up their utes if more biofuels get the green light. Renewable diesel and biofuels will have a role âfor many yearsâ, particularly in long-haul freight, Transport Minister...[Read More]
Marvels of mastery: Exploring the Eight Wonders of the Ancient and Modern World
14 March
The concept of the âWonders of the Worldâ has evolved over time, with various lists compiled to encompass the worldâs most spectacular natural sights and human-built structures.  The traditional list of the Ancient Wonders of the World...[Read More]
What does ethical investing mean? How does it relate to ESG investing?
14 March
Investing is typically perceived as a wealthy-only pastime with no regard for the environment or social issues. However, that is not always the case, and the old mindset of making money for its own sake doesnât need to stay. Â People have become...[Read More]
Are the Lipstick and Beer Indexes Reliable Measures of Consumer Behaviour?
14 March
Traditional indicators such as GDP, unemployment rates, and inflation indicators are used to measure the health and performance of an economy. These are commonly used by economists and policymakers in gauging a countryâs economic growth and...[Read More]
How to ask your boss to work remotely
14 March
The remote work trend has gained significant momentum in recent years, offering employees the flexibility to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Â If youâre planning to join the ranks of remote workers, convincing your employer to grant you...[Read More]
Oliverâs insights Bitcoin to infinity and beyondâŚagain!
13 March
Key points â Bitcoin has made it to new record highs, helped recently by the advent of ETFs that invest directly into it. â While blockchain technology has promise, the use case for Bitcoin is hard to determine making it impossible to...[Read More]
Investment markets and key developments â Weekly market update 8/3/24
13 March
US and Eurozone shares rose to new record highs over the last week, as the ECB and Fed provided dovish comments, flagging rate cuts ahead, before giving back some of their gains on Friday as a bit of profit taking kicked in. The dip on Friday saw...[Read More]
Businesses to save as government scraps tariffs
13 March
Toothbrushes, sanitary products, washing machines and freezers may become cheaper in a move retailers say will reduce the costs of doing business. Almost 500 nuisance tariffs will be scrapped in the new financial year, saving companies more than $30...[Read More]
Wealthy Australians called on to pay more for aged care
13 March
Wealthier Australians are being urged to pay more for aged care so the government can help older people with lesser means access residential and in-home services. The overall wealth of older Australians is expected to increase, with the proportion...[Read More]
The feeling of looking back at an old photo and acknowledging you did OK
7 March
In the maddening rush of life, you may find yourself looking for ways to improve your mood, alleviate stress, and enhance your sense of satisfaction. Â One surprising yet effective strategy is immersing yourself in the nostalgic embrace of old...[Read More]
Ways to help your child with buying their first home
7 March
In todayâs economic climate, itâs increasingly common to help your child with their first home. Â In this article, weâre going to look at three options to help you do this. Â Why not take a look at the pros and cons of each and choose the...[Read More]
Redefining Riches: Embracing a Holistic Vision of Wealth in the 21st Century
7 March
Wealth, traditionally measured by the yardstick of financial resources, has undergone a paradigm shift, mirroring the evolving values of todayâs society. The contemporary concept of wealth transcends the accumulation of money, recognising that a...[Read More]
Oliverâs insights â 21 great investment quotes
6 March
Introduction Investing can be scary and confusing at times. But the basic principles of successful investing are timeless and quotes from experts help illuminate these. This note revisits a series on insightful quotes on investing I first started a...[Read More]
Investment markets and key developments â Weekly market update 01/03/24
6 March
US, Eurozone and Japanese shares rose to new record highs in the past week helped by key US inflation data coming in as expected and leaving the Fed on track to cut rates from around mid-year. For the week US shares rose 0.9%, Eurozone shares rose...[Read More]
Getting your business on the right track
6 March
Deputy Commissioner Small Business, Will Day, provides advice on how to get the basics right. If youâre looking to start a new business, we want to help you get on the right track, right from the start. And if you are running an...[Read More]