Meta’s Big Quarter, Bigger Plans

Hey Superheroes, Markets recovered somewhat this week with the ASX hitting a seven week high on Tuesday as investors and businesses alike digest the positive developments in the US-Ukraine relationship and President Trump’s announced reprieve on some tariffs for the auto manufacturing industry.  Next week, the US Federal Reserve meets to discuss interest rates, we’ll…

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Trump’s Tech Tariff U-Turn

Hey Superheroes, Volatility is back in the markets this week. We also saw some action in currency markets, with the Aussie dollar gaining a bit against the US dollar. But global trade tensions are once again bubbling – yep, Trump’s back in the spotlight. Let’s get into it. Tech Tariff Is Back On The Table…

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Magnificent 7 sell-off

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Global giants took a hit this week — here’s how tariffs are affecting Apple, Tesla and the broader market. Get your 3-minute weekly dose of financial news.

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Median Super Balance by Age in Australia

Over the course of your working life, contributing toward your super can help you set yourself up for a comfortable retirement. That said, it can be helpful to know the median balance your peers in your age group have in their super balance to help provide some guidance on whether you’re on track with your…

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Liberation(?) Day

Hey Superheroes, The S&P 500 and Dow Jones saw their worst single-day falls last night since 2020 while the Nasdaq shed more than 6%. The VIX index jumped by nearly 40% in a single day, marking yesterday as one of 10 highest one-day jumps over the last decade. The Magnificent Seven lost a total US$1.03…

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Election promises and un-breaking dreams

Hey Superheroes, Markets this week have been riding a wave of volatility driven by global policy moves.  Over in the U.S., Trump’s fresh round of auto tariffs set to begin next week have put pressure on automakers and industrials.  Meanwhile in Australia, the two major political parties – Labor and the Liberal-National Coalition – have…

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The Big Duopoly

Hey Superheroes, Both the ASX and Wall Street are finally set to end this week in the green after multiple weeks of market volatility fuelled by Trump’s tariffs.  The U.S. Federal Reserve announced its decision to hold rates steady, flagging challenges in assessing inflation impacts from recent tariff policies.  Despite the Fed’s cautious outlook, the…

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Tariffs finally hit Australia

Hey Superheroes, Trade War 2.0 continues to get global attention this week as U.S. President Trump has continued to announce an increasing number of tariffs. Both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq are now at six-month lows. Similarly the ASX 200 is now closing in on its August 2024 low, reflecting uncertainty in sectors that look…

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How to Maximise Your Superannuation Contributions

Maximising your superannuation contributions during your career could help you to grow your retirement savings. There are several different strategies you can implement to boost your super, from salary sacrifice contributions and after-tax contributions to spouse contributions and more.

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Trade War 2.0?

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Trump’s tariffs rattle markets and investors brace for economic turbulence. Get your 3-minute weekly dose of financial news.

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What is Palantir?

Palantir lists the Australian, US, UK, Canadian, French and German Governments as some of its customers. As the only data software of its kind, let’s take a look at what sets Palantir apart and whether its high valuation is justified.

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