Australian stocks rose +1.83% over April. Gains were led by the Real Estate and IT sectors, which finished the month up +5.14% and +4.82% respectively on the back of a RBA rate hike pause, suggesting that the cash rate had peaked....
30 April, 2023
World share markets continued to be volatile over the first quarter of 2023. Our portfolios have tracked slightly below our stated benchmarks in Q1 2023, but at a considerably lower risk premium resulting a more defensively positioned asset allocation in the face of an increasing likelihood of global recession....
27 March, 2023
We continue to take a 'safe hands' approach to portfolios as we roll from a positive month, to a negative month, back to a positive month and so on, with volatility proving quite challenging....
20 February, 2023
As the end of another year quickly approaches, and with all of the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, we wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas. ...
18 December, 2022
The 2022 calendar year through January to June, global world markets have, in some segments, entered 'bear territory, with market valuations decreasing > 20%....
31 August, 2022
It’s been another challenging start to the year in 2022 dealing with the effects of Omicron and the floods as well as the invasion of Ukraine. Along with these challenges, the new year has also brought a number of changes for our business internally which we think are important to share with you....
30 March, 2022
Matrix Norwest is incredibly proud to announce that our very own Alison Stevenson was declared the winner of this award, topping a field of incredible candidates Australia-wide....
21 December, 2021
It has been a challenging few months for so many of us who have been affected by the lockdown and ever-changing restrictions. But as they say, there is always a light at the end of the tunnel and yes, we are nearing the end and emerging safe, well and grateful. ...
11 October, 2021
In the last couple of days, the NSW and federal governments have announced extended levels of financial support to be offered to NSW businesses and individuals while experiencing the continuation of the lockdown due to COVID-19....
07 September, 2021
The NSW government has made several announcements in relation to government grants and additional assistance to be provided to individuals and small businesses as a result of the recently introduced COVID-19 restrictions....
07 September, 2021
What an eventful first half of 2021 it has been with a handful of our team reaching the 15+ years employment milestone, welcoming new team members as well as navigating the transition of Rob’s retirement as an adviser. We are excited with the possibilities ahead for the rest of the year and we look forward to catching up....
07 September, 2021
The Treasurer, Josh Frydenberg, delivered the Federal Budget on Tuesday, 11 May 2021 which focuses on the next stage in securing Australia’s recovery from COVID-19. The Budget concentrates on government spending and Australia’s response to......
07 September, 2021
We cannot recall a year like 2020. Twelve months ago, drought and bushfires dominated the Australian conversation, only to be eclipsed by the global humanitarian and economic disaster that was COVID-19....
21 December, 2020
Last night (6 October 2020) the Treasurer, Mr Josh Frydenberg handed down the 2020-21 Federal Budget. The Budget focuses on jobs with the Treasurer stating job creation as “the first, second and third focus”....
07 October, 2020
The months of September and October have historically been volatile for world share markets. Overlay this with Covid-19, the U.S & China trade tensions and the upcoming US election in November, there is probability for further volatility in the coming months....
01 October, 2020