by Scott | Apr 16, 2026 | ECONOMY
The Australian Bureau of Statistics reports the unemployment rate remained at 4.3 per cent in March 2026, with employment increasing by approximately 7,000 people and the participation rate recorded at 66.6 per cent. FLIR – Pressure Point: Persistent labour market...
by Scott | Apr 2, 2026 | ECONOMY
The ASX 200 closed the week up +0.74%, making YTD gains since Jan 1 down -1.70%, at 8579.50 it is currently trading -2.15% below its six-month end of week rolling average.
by Scott | Mar 31, 2026 | ECONOMY
The Prime Minister of Australia confirmed the fuel excise on petrol and diesel will be reduced by 50 per cent from April 1 to June 30 following a National Cabinet meeting, lowering fuel costs by 26.3 cents per litre.
by Scott | Mar 28, 2026 | ECONOMY
Australian Bureau of Statistics data shows total household wealth increased by approximately $389 billion to $16.2 trillion in the December quarter 2025, driven by gains in residential property and superannuation assets.
by Scott | Mar 28, 2026 | ECONOMY
The ASX 200 closed the week up +1.04%, making YTD gains since Jan 1 down -2.42%, at 8516.30 it is currently trading -3.08% below its six-month end of week rolling average.
by Scott | Mar 24, 2026 | ECONOMY
The ANZ–Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence Index recorded a reading of 63.1 for the week of 24 March 2026, marking the lowest level in over 50 years and remaining well below the long-run average of approximately 111. All five components of the index are in negative...
