Seven key charts for investors to keep an eye on – where are they now?

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Key points Shares are at risk of a short term pull back and volatility will likely remain high on central bank and recession risks. However, we remain reasonably upbeat on

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Weekly economic and market update – week ending 14 July, 2023

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Investment markets and key developments Global share markets rebounded strongly over the last week as US inflation fell sharply adding to expectations that the Fed and other central banks are

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Weekly economic and market update – week ending 9 July, 2023

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Investment markets and key developments Global share markets fell sharply over the last week on concerns that stronger than expected US economic data will result in higher for longer interest

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2022-23 saw investment returns rebound – but is it sustainable?

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Key points After the rough ride of 2021-22, 2022-23 turned out to be a good one for investors as shares rebounded thanks to falling inflation and hopes rates are near

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Weekly economic and market update – week ending 30 June, 2023

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Investment markets and key developments Global share markets, with the exception of Chinese shares, rose over the last week supported by resilient economic data in the US, lower inflation readings

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Australian recession Q&A – Why the worry? What’s the risk? And what would it mean for investors?

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Key points The risk of recession globally and in Australia has increased with ongoing central bank rate hikes. Signs of faster wages growth has seen the RBA turn more hawkish.

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MyNorth Lifetime prompts surge in retirement incomes as traction continues to grow with advisers

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North’s multi-award winning retirement solution, MyNorth Lifetime, is continuing to gain momentum with advisers by helping more Australians retire with greater comfort and financial confidence. Around one in two (50

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Weekly economic and market update – week ending 23 June, 2023

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Investment markets and key developments Global share markets fell over the last week with renewed concerns about central bank rate hikes triggering global recession and a slump in profits. Reflecting

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North enhancements supporting advice practice efficiency and better retirement outcomes

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Leading investment platform North has announced two enhancements for advisers which will help drive business efficiencies and improve retirement outcomes for clients. Record of Advice A new, streamlined Record of

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Weekly economic and market update, week ending 2 June, 2023

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Investment markets and key developments Global share markets were mixed over the last week with US shares up helped by the debt ceiling deal and Fed signalling of a pause

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