Pacific Perspectives
ASX to test record as investors position for bull market
Australia’s sharemarket is set to test its record high this week, punctuating a stunning rebound fuelled by an influx of foreign capital that has wrong-footed local fund managers and left investors scrambling to reposition for…
Markets lock in July rate cut amid fears RBA waited too long
Markets are now almost certain of a July interest rate cut after a week of underwhelming economic data, as the Reserve Bank’s former chief economist Luci Ellis questions whether the central bank has waited too…
ASX to slip, S&P 500 pares advance on ‘not easy’ trade tallks
Australian shares are set to edge lower, with US equities ending mixed after President Donald Trump said trade talks between US and Chinese officials in London, while positive, were “not easy”. Officials from each nation…
S&P 500 posts back-to-back gain as traders optimistic U.S-China trade talks making progress: Live updates
The S&P 500 closed marginally higher on Monday as President Donald Trump’s officials met with their Chinese counterparts in an effort to resolve trade issues between the two economic giants. The broad market index added 0.09% and…
Top Wall Street analysts believe in the potential of these stocks despite macro woes
Macro uncertainty is keeping the market volatile, but investors ought to keep their focus on stocks that can provide compelling long-term returns. Top Wall Street analysts’ recommendations can help inform investors as they pick the…
Investors expect rebound in mining earnings to keep ASX at record
Investors are expecting an uptick in earnings growth at the country’s biggest miners, which they say will justify the ASX’s near-record levels despite broader uncertainty brought on by the Trump administration’s tariff plans. The S&P/ASX…
Why European stocks deserve a place in your 60/40 portfolio
A 30-year analysis of the 60/40 portfolio shows it’s good in a crisis. But it may be time to take a closer look at the equity component of this strategy. The 60/40 portfolio is the best option…
How the $3m super tax will change SMSFs forever
The tax and investment playbook developed for big balance SMSFs over the past 25 years is about to be ripped up. Here’s what might change. abor’s $3 million superannuation tax is set to permanently alter…
Stock futures are little changed on Sunday evening with trade talks, inflation data on deck in week ahead: Live updates
U.S. equity futures were mostly flat on Sunday evening with the S&P 500 trading near a record high and a busy week of potential market-moving news ahead. S&P 500 futures dipped about 0.1%. Nasdaq 100 futures drifted lower…
Stocks making the biggest moves after hours: Lululemon, Docusign, Tesla and more
Here are the stocks making headlines in after hours trading on Thursday. Lululemon — The apparel stock slumped 20% after earnings guidance came in below expectations. Lululemon projected second-quarter earnings per share of $2.85 to $2.90 per share.…