A Market in Turmoil, A Future in Motion In February 2025, global technology markets were rocked by one of the sharpest momentum-driven selloffs in recent memory. A convergence of tariff shocks, geopolitical tensions, and algorithmic unwinds led to indiscriminate...
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When Markets Move Fast: Defensive Investing for a Volatile World
There are decades when nothing happens, and then there are weeks when decades happen. For many readers, this rather neatly encapsulates recent market antics. With tariff policies still stuck in a revolving door and markets convulsing like a toddler denied ice cream,...
The Uncertainty Recession: When Policy Paralysis Threatens Real Growth
A new and insidious form of recession is brewing, not one born from financial system failure or natural market cycles, but from policy-driven paralysis. At its heart lies an erratic trade strategy, where punitive tariffs are wielded as a bargaining chip in...
Tariffs and the ASX: What the U.S. Backflip Means for Investors
The past week has seen global markets whipsaw amid the latest U.S. tariff announcements, with Australian equities caught in the crosscurrents. Initially, global equities shed over $5.4 trillion in value following sweeping U.S. tariffs on imports, sending the S&P...
Scott Bessent on the All-In Podcast: A Comprehensive Analysis of U.S. Economic Policy
In a recent episode of the All-In Podcast, Scott Bessent, the newly appointed U.S. Treasury Secretary under President Donald Trump, provided deep insights into the economic challenges facing the United States. The conversation, hosted by Chamath Palihapitiya, and...
Understanding Inflation and the Economy: A View from Australia
Inflation. It’s a term thrown around by newsreaders and politicians, often with a tone of fear. But what does it really mean for Australians? More importantly, what’s happening right now in the United States, and how will that impact us here? As Australians, we need...
Capitalising on Market Cycles: Lessons from February’s Volatility
The February reporting season presented one of the most dynamic market environments in recent memory. Earnings results triggered sharp movements, with investors swiftly adjusting their positions based on performance. This created significant shifts in valuations, with...
The Global Investment Shake-Up: Where to Find Opportunities in 2025
Navigating the Market’s Shifting Landscape The world is shifting under our feet. Global markets are being reshaped by technological advancements, economic realignments, and geopolitical shifts that demand a new approach to investing. As investors, it is no longer...
ASX Fintech Sector: Capitalising on the Digital Payments Shift
The ASX continues to be a hub for fintech innovation, with digital payments playing a crucial role in reshaping financial transactions and business operations. As businesses transition toward cashless transactions, demand for seamless, efficient payment solutions...
Two Timeless Investing Lessons from Warren Buffett’s Latest Annual Report
Warren Buffett’s annual letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders is one of the most anticipated events in the investment world. Every year, investors both seasoned professionals and beginners, pour over his words to extract wisdom from one of the greatest investors...
Tech & AI Power Plays: Key Insights from Marc Andreessen
In the ever-evolving world of technology, few voices carry as much weight as Marc Andreessen. As one of Silicon Valley’s most influential venture capitalists and co-founder of Andreessen Horowitz, he has been at the forefront of technological innovation for decades....
Are you Making the Most of the ASX Reporting Season?
Every six months, investors, analysts, and market participants turn their attention to the latest earnings reports from ASX-listed companies. Reporting season is a crucial time for anyone looking to assess the financial health of businesses, evaluate market trends,...