Chris Black · ·
Global share markets weakened throughout March, driven in part by expectations the US Federal Reserve will soon begin raising interest rates and further US dollar strength.
Australian stocks also…
Read report – Market Update March 2015
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Chris Black · ·
Share markets continue to be at risk of further losses in the near term, particularly as volatility remains at elevated levels.
However, rather than cause for concern, any further weakness in share markets…
Read report – Market Update January 2015
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Chris Black · ·
When it comes to money, the beginning of a new year is not always cause for celebration.
Chris Black · ·
Global growth looks set to continue this year, led by recoveries in the US, Japan and Europe; though admittedly growth in the euro-zone is likely to be a little more subdued compared to…
Read report – Market Update August 2014
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Chris Black · ·
Share markets remain at risk of further losses in the near term, particularly as the September/October period tends to be a historically weak time of year for stocks.
However, rather than cause for concern…
Read report – Market Update September 2014
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Chris Black · ·
Share markets remain at risk of further losses in the near term, particularly as volatility has increased in recent months.
However, rather than cause for concern, any further weakness in share markets…
Read report – Market Update October 2014
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Chris Black · ·
Global share markets continued to advance in June amid further stimulus from the European Central Bank and signs the global recovery is gathering momentum.
Meanwhile, Australian shares eased, commodity prices rose and the Australian dollar moved higher against its US counterpart.
Read report – Market Update June 2014
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Chris Black · ·
Global growth looks set to continue this year, led by recoveries in the US, Japan and Europe; though admittedly growth in the euro-zone is likely to be a little more subdued compared to its US and Japanese counterparts.
Further, monetary conditions remain ‘easy’, i.e. global interest rates are still very low by historical standards, and we continue to see money moving away from low-yielding bonds and cash in favour of equities.
Read report – Market Update July 2014
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Chris Black · ·
Global share markets posted further gains in December after investors reacted well to the US Federal Reserve’s decision to begin reducing its extraordinary monetary stimulus.
The Australian share market was also higher while the Australian dollar extended its recent decline against its US counterpart.
Read report- Market Update December 2013
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Chris Black · ·
Chris Black, Director of Fortress Financial Solutions was recently interviewed by Wealth Professional who are a specialist trade publication for financial services.
Please click on the link below to read the article about having an adviser for life and the advantages of being a Generation Y adviser:
http://www.wealthprofessional.com.au/news/young-advisers-can-be-advisers-for-life-182654.aspx
Chris Black · ·
According to a recent article published in the Australian Financial Review, Toowoomba’s property prices are expected to lead the market in 2014.
This is caused by low median values and high rental yields.
Chris Black · ·
Chris Black, Director of Fortress Financial Solutions was recently interviewed by the Financial Observer about the benefits of younger clients receiving financial advice.
Please click on the below link to read the full article and contact us if you think you could benefit from financial advice.
http://www.financialobserver.com.au/articles/gen-y-advisers-attracting-younger-clients
Chris Black · ·
Chris Black, Director of Fortress Financial Solutions was recently interviewed by Wealth Professional, a Finance Publication.
To read the full article, please click on the link below to learn more about him personally:
Chris Black · ·
Global share markets posted further gains in November amid signs the US economy is gathering steam.
Meanwhile, the Australian share market fell for the first time since June, commodity prices weakened and the Australian dollar gave up some its recent gains against its US counterpart.
Read Report – Market update November 2013
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Chris Black · ·
Several events over the quarter had a bearing on asset class returns.
In the US, these included the Fed’s September decision not to commence QE tapering as well as the government shutdown and debt ceiling impasse of October. In China, meanwhile, growth prospects brightened.
Read the full Investment Outlook
Chris Black · ·
It’s become so easy to borrow money that even when you’re struggling to pay off what debts you already have, your bank may offer you more credit.
Chris Black · ·
Global share markets made further gains in October after US politicians successfully avoided a catastrophic government default and the US Federal Reserve once again delayed the tapering of its quantitative easing program.
Meanwhile, the Australian share market rose for a fourth consecutive month, commodity prices weakened and the Australian dollar continued its advance against its US counterpart.
Read Report – Market Update Oct 2013
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