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Macro

RBA keeps interest rates on hold, no cut on the horizon

The RBA stayed on hold today, but there were several “subtle but important” changes to the statement. We investigate if a cut is any closer.
Carl Capolingua
Livewire Markets
Equities

8 stocks Macquarie believes could outperform when the RBA cuts

Plus, analysts outline the asset classes that have typically outperformed and underperformed in a fresh easing cycle.
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Ally Selby
Livewire Markets
Macro

Why discretionary stocks are a contrarian opportunity (and 7 ASX-listed ideas)

The Australian consumer has never been more bifurcated, making stock picking a huge challenge. Luckily, we can help you out.
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Hans Lee
Livewire Markets
Fixed Income

Why now is the time to favour bonds over term deposits

TDs and bonds each have their place in a portfolio, however bonds have a healthy yield premium with minimal risk and greater flexibility.
Darryl Bruce
Income Asset Management
Macro

The Fed and the RBA part company on policy

Improving inflation is consistent with the Fed cutting rates next month, while a hawkish-sounding RBA plans to keep rates on hold.
Kieran Davies
Coolabah Capital
Macro

Economists and forecasting: Why do we have different opinions?

Despite looking at virtually the same sets of figures, economists often have different opinions about the outlook.
Diana Mousina
AMP
Macro

The RBA says interest rate cuts are off the table for 2024. These investors disagree

The statement appeared to be non-committal at first but RBA Governor Michele Bullock turned up the hawkish heat during the media conference.
Hans Lee
Livewire Markets
Macro

Australia is at the back end of a major regime change – but that’s not a bad thing for investors

The 50th episode of The Rate Debate focuses on the big risks markets aren't talking about enough.
Darren Langer
Yarra Capital Management
Macro

The drivers of higher unemployment across countries

Weaker demand for labour explains higher unemployment in most countries, but Australia's jobless rate has edged up on increased supply.
Kieran Davies
Coolabah Capital
Macro

Why is Australia talking about rate hikes?

...when the rest of the world is talking about rate cuts?
Diana Mousina
AMP
Macro

RBA optimism on the economic outlook to be tested

History suggests that the RBA finds it very hard to fine-tune the economy.
Kieran Davies
Coolabah Capital
Education

Phil Lowe on what really matters

The former RBA governor, who recently joined as Chair of Future Generation Australia, discusses some of the key issues for Australians
Future Generation
Future Generation
Macro

How should your portfolio be positioned if the RBA's next move is a hike?

AMP's Shane Oliver and Oreana's Isaac Poole are here to quell your concerns and turn them into opportunities.
Hans Lee
Livewire Markets
Macro

Straw that breaks the RBA’s back? Does CPI “shocker” guarantee an August rate hike?

The consensus in the market and among brokers is converging on an interest rate hike in August, but it’s far from a certainty.
Carl Capolingua
Livewire Markets
Macro

The RBA should hike in August

Underlying inflation is proving more persistent than the RBA had expected.
Kieran Davies
Coolabah Capital
Fixed Income

A statement of ifs and buts

Will the RBA’s gentler approach continue to work? Find out in this edition of The Rate Debate.
Darren Langer
Yarra Capital Management
Macro

The RBA did not consider a cut at its June meeting - but it did consider a hike

The narrow path to a soft landing, in the RBA Governor's own words, "appears to be getting narrower".
Hans Lee
Livewire Markets
Macro

Policy rules point to central banks diverging on rates

A policy rule still points to a slow/shallow rate cut cycle in the US, steady rate cuts in the EA, and that the RBA should hiked a bit more.
Kieran Davies
Coolabah Capital
Macro

A more resilient consumer and excess savings

The consumer looks in better shape than the RBA had feared, with spending revised up as households tap still-substantial excess savings.
Kieran Davies
Coolabah Capital
Macro

May 2024 Podcasts

Below is a summary of the topics we covered on Nucleus Investment Insights this month. See the links for more information.
Damien Klassen
Nucleus Wealth
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