Taxing Bitcoin
Cryptocurrencies, like Bitcoin, are independent and not regulated by any central authority. Until recently, these digital currencies were not treated in the same way as cash for tax purposes in Australia. New legislation passed by…
Investment Outlook: A cure for short-termism
Global economic indicators suggest that the outlook for the world economy is improving, providing further support for growth asset performance, but valuations remain expensive across many asset classes and investors appear to be under appreciating…
Investment Outlook: Making the most of market conditions
The market’s sideways trading still accurately reflects an economy that has failed to break decisively out of its postmining slump. It will take some acceleration in business activity before investors are likely to see growth…
Investment outlook: recalibrating expectations
The very modest gains in share prices at a time when other developed markets have generally been rising faster, reflect the difficulty the local economy has faced in breaking out of its post-mining slump. Although there are…
Investment Property Tax Changes
Anyone with investment property in Australia is probably feeling a little edgy with all the recent media attention on deductions, affordable housing, and negative gearing. We take a look at some of the key tax…
Investment Update: Return to Growth
The outlook for growth appears increasingly positive for Europe and the US. Macro indicators of employment, corporate profits, consumer sentiment, industrial production and inflation are all supportive of an improved outlook for growth. Morgans explore…
Market Update: Economy set for a better second half
In Australia, both the RBA and Treasury have recently predicted better times ahead. Though recent data has been patchy, an improvement in local prospects will be needed to help justify somewhat expensive share valuations. It…
Market Update: The Growth Conundrum
Global economic growth and inflation indicators are showing signs of improvement. Stronger economic growth has always been a positive driver for equity markets, but rising inflation will also be challenging for income oriented asset classes.…
Market Enters New Phase
2017 presents new opportunities for investors, with equity markets buoyed by renewed expectations for growth. The ASX 200 ended the year up 11.8% (including dividends) and FY17 promises to be the first time in two…
Pride or Prejudice: Predictions for 2017
The global economy is picking up and Australia is about to secure the global record for the longest period a country has gone without a recession. But with the focus on the political environment, there…
