Markets & Economy
After strong gains of about 19% over the first six months of 2019, the ASX 200 has entered a relatively flat period, down 1.12% over the month to 23 October.
After a month of record local highs and a US rate cut, financial markets are now focused on the continuing US-China trade tensions and uncertainty around Brexit.
A lot has happened in financial markets over the past six months. We take a look at the ups and downs and consider what lies ahead.
After an optimistic April, sentiment soured in May as US-China tensions rattle global markets.
Retirement
Mercer senior partner David Knox says now is an ideal time for the Australian public to begin a serious conversation about retirement.
Planning for our future may seem tedious in the face of an ever-growing to do list, but planning ahead can deliver some tangible benefits.
This Mercer survey yields some strong insights to help turn your retirement plans from theory into a realistic practice.
Investing
Australia’s superannuation system is amongst the best in the world, but nearly one million working Australians will contribute nothing to their super this year.
Keen on investing in the property market? Mercer Financial Adviser, Julie Baldacchino, shares her top five tips on this year's property market.
Buyers are increasingly well placed as property prices decline across most Australian capitals, with Hobart, Brisbane and Canberra holding firm.
Sustainability
Species decline is a major problem, but the solutions are well known, and everyone in Australia can play a part.
Responsible Investing is no longer a niche as it's reached a tipping point in Australia. Here's why.
The Morrison Government has staked its environmental reputation on a $2 billion boost to Climate Solutions Fund.
Career
Mercer’s latest Cost of Living Survey shows Australian cities are becoming more affordable for expats.
Recruitment apps can do in moments what might take the average HR department weeks.
Mental health is a real struggle for some people, it’s time we understand how to look after each other at work.
Lifestyle
Most Australian dads will have celebrated Fathers’ Day recently, but few would have taken extended leave from work at the time their children were born.
There are things we love and things we hate. We also have things we love to hate, like speed cameras, taxes and insurance.
It’s easy to weave environmental actions into our daily lives and, best of all, it’s cheap. Here’s how.
