Finance
Oliver’s insights – Seven lasting impacts from the COVID pandemic
27 March
Key points – Seven key lasting impacts from the Coronavirus pandemic are: “bigger” government; tighter labour markets; reduced globalisation and increased geopolitical tensions; higher inflation; worse housing affordability; working from...[Read More]
Empowering Your Future: The Top 10 Reasons to Start Your Own Business
21 March
Starting your own business is a journey filled with challenges, opportunities, and personal growth. It’s a path that many choose to embark upon for a myriad of reasons, each unique to the individual’s aspirations and circumstances. Here are...[Read More]
Exploring Earth’s Majestic Splendors: A Guide to the Natural Wonders of the World as Holiday Destination
21 March
Visiting the natural wonders of the world as holiday destinations can offer unique and unforgettable experiences, each with its own set of activities, sights, and cultural significance. Here’s what you might expect when visiting some of these...[Read More]
Australians spend less, more often in online shop surge
20 March
Baby boomers have taken to online shopping in droves while younger shoppers are cutting back amid cost-of-living pressures. An increasing number of parcels are also heading to regional and rural areas, fuelled by population growth since the COVID-19...[Read More]
Online shopping is forcing down prices by $1100 a year
20 March
People are saving more than $1100 a year due to the increasing popularity of online shopping, with the biggest savings coming from growing competition in the market, a study has found. But research from consulting firm the Mandala Partners also...[Read More]
Marvels of mastery: Exploring the Eight Wonders of the Ancient and Modern World
14 March
The concept of the “Wonders of the World” has evolved over time, with various lists compiled to encompass the world’s most spectacular natural sights and human-built structures. The traditional list of the Ancient Wonders of the World...[Read More]
What does ethical investing mean? How does it relate to ESG investing?
14 March
Investing is typically perceived as a wealthy-only pastime with no regard for the environment or social issues. However, that is not always the case, and the old mindset of making money for its own sake doesn’t need to stay. People have become...[Read More]
Are the Lipstick and Beer Indexes Reliable Measures of Consumer Behaviour?
14 March
Traditional indicators such as GDP, unemployment rates, and inflation indicators are used to measure the health and performance of an economy. These are commonly used by economists and policymakers in gauging a country’s economic growth and...[Read More]
How to ask your boss to work remotely
14 March
The remote work trend has gained significant momentum in recent years, offering employees the flexibility to maintain a healthy work-life balance. If you’re planning to join the ranks of remote workers, convincing your employer to grant you...[Read More]
Oliver’s insights Bitcoin to infinity and beyond…again!
13 March
Key points – Bitcoin has made it to new record highs, helped recently by the advent of ETFs that invest directly into it. – While blockchain technology has promise, the use case for Bitcoin is hard to determine making it impossible to...[Read More]
The feeling of looking back at an old photo and acknowledging you did OK
7 March
In the maddening rush of life, you may find yourself looking for ways to improve your mood, alleviate stress, and enhance your sense of satisfaction. One surprising yet effective strategy is immersing yourself in the nostalgic embrace of old...[Read More]
Ways to help your child with buying their first home
7 March
In today’s economic climate, it’s increasingly common to help your child with their first home. In this article, we’re going to look at three options to help you do this. Why not take a look at the pros and cons of each and choose the...[Read More]
Redefining Riches: Embracing a Holistic Vision of Wealth in the 21st Century
7 March
Wealth, traditionally measured by the yardstick of financial resources, has undergone a paradigm shift, mirroring the evolving values of today’s society. The contemporary concept of wealth transcends the accumulation of money, recognising that a...[Read More]
Oliver’s insights – 21 great investment quotes
6 March
Introduction Investing can be scary and confusing at times. But the basic principles of successful investing are timeless and quotes from experts help illuminate these. This note revisits a series on insightful quotes on investing I first started a...[Read More]
Millions of welfare recipients to get boost in payments
6 March
Australians on social security are set to receive more money in their pockets when payments are indexed. Those on the age pension, disability support pension and carer payment will pocket an extra $19.60 for singles and $29.40 for couples combined...[Read More]