by Eleonor Klopsch | May 7, 2026 | Insights
Key points The RBA hiked its cash rate for the third time this year by another 0.25% to 4.35% in response to inflation running above target and concerns that it will likely remain so for longer given price pressures partly flowing from the War with Iran, threatening...
by Eleonor Klopsch | May 3, 2026 | Market Movements
Stay up to date with what’s happened in the Australian economy and markets over the past month. April brought a sharper edge to the economic outlook. The Middle East crisis, inflation, volatile markets and fragile consumer confidence are continuing to weigh heavily on...
by Eleonor Klopsch | Apr 22, 2026 | Insights
Key points The upcoming Budget is an ideal opportunity to reframe government policy to put the economy onto a stronger path. The latest global crisis adds to the case for this. The five key things the Budget needs to do are: limit any “cost-of-living” relief; cut...
by Eleonor Klopsch | Apr 19, 2026 | Newsletters
Dear Clients and Friends, I hope this message finds you well and that the year has brought some special moments with those important to you. April is already well underway, and 2026 has reminded us how quickly conditions can change. The first quarter saw the conflict...
by Eleonor Klopsch | Apr 19, 2026 | Lifestyle
Deciding to downsize is a big life step. It is not just about moving to a smaller house. It can be about leaving behind a home full of memories, familiar streets, and routines you have built over many years. For many, the idea of simplifying life, reducing...
