Oliver’s Insights – RBA holds – but more stimulus likely as Victorian lockdown to knock at least $12bn from national GDP
05 August 2020 | Grow my wealth AMP Capital Chief Economist Shane Oliver analyses what the latest monetary and fiscal policy decisions mean for the Australian economy Read more
How COVID-19 has widened the gender super gap
31 July 2020 | COVID-19 Since the coronavirus outbreak, the gender super gap has grown, with job losses, the gender pay gap and early super withdrawals among the contributing factors. Read more
COVID-19 economic stimulus payments extended into 2021
30 July 2020 | COVID-19 The government has made changes to Early Access to Super, JobKeeper and JobSeeker programs. Learn more with AMP. Read more
Taking control of your personal finances in a COVID-19 world
29 July 2020 | COVID-19 Australians are becoming more engaged with their personal finances. Read more
Oliver’s Insights – US dollar breaking down, gold and the $A breaking up – what does it mean for investors?
29 July 2020 | Grow my wealth AMP Capital Chief Economist Shane Oliver looks at what currency and commodity market movements mean for Australian investors Read more
How mindfulness can improve the way we work
29 July 2020 | COVID-19 Social psychologist and Harvard University Professor Ellen Langer says increased mindfulness can deliver measurable benefits. Find out more with AMP Read more
Young women face setback in the unlucky generation
23 July 2020 | COVID-19 New research suggests that young women face a double whammy of financial difficulty Read more
Econosights: The economics of COVID-19 lockdowns
23 July 2020 | Grow my wealth AMP Capital Senior Economist Diana Mousina takes a global look at the economic outcomes of government lockdowns. Read more
Oliver’s Insights – Australian economic and fiscal update – record budget deficits, but more to come
23 July 2020 | Grow my wealth AMP Capital’s Chief Economist, Shane Oliver, looks at the Federal Government’s debt and deficit outlook in the wake of COVID-19 Read more
Oliver’s Insights – The fiscal cliff is more likely to be a fiscal slope – and why concerns about Australia’s budget deficit are overblown
21 July 2020 | Grow my wealth AMP Capital Chief Economist Shane Oliver examines whether the Australian Government’s support for the economy is sustainable. Read more
COVID-19: How long may your super savings take to recover?
10 July 2020 | Grow my wealth As investment market volatility continues, what does this mean for Australians’ retirement savings? Find out more with AMP. Read more
Oliver’s Insights – 2019-20 saw poor returns - but it could have been much worse
09 July 2020 | Grow my wealth AMP Capital’s Chief Economist, Shane Oliver, lists the key lessons for Australian investors after a tumultuous 12 months Read more
Oliver’s Insights – The US presidential election – implications for investors
01 July 2020 | Grow my wealth AMP Capital’s Chief Economist, Shane Oliver, looks at how the US presidential election will affect investors Read more
Making tax time easy
30 June 2020 | COVID-19 Due to COVID-19, tax time may look a little different this year. Here’s how to make the most of your 2020 income tax return. Read more
Will the COVID-19 recession affect your retirement?
30 June 2020 | COVID-19 What to do if you’re feeling nervous about the state of the economy and its impact on your retirement plans. Read more
Should COVID-19 affect your downsizing plans?
25 June 2020 | COVID-19 If you’ve been thinking about downsizing your home to boost your retirement funds you might be wondering if you should put those plans on hold. Read more
Diana Mousina – Coronavirus and Migration
25 June 2020 | Grow my wealth Diana Mousina, Coronavirus and migration – impacts to Australia from lower population growth Read more
5 ways to help prepare your finances for a recession
25 June 2020 | Manage my money With Australia facing economic uncertainty, now may be the right time to take control of your finances so you’re in a better position to survive and prosper. Read more
Oliver’s Insights – How worried should investors be about a “second wave” of Coronavirus cases?
17 June 2020 | Grow my wealth AMP Capital's Chief Economist, Shane Oliver, looks at what a spike in COVID-19 cases would mean for Australian investors Read more
How to rebuild your super after a COVID-19 withdrawal
15 June 2020 | COVID-19 If you’ve accessed your super early due to COVID-19, you may be wondering about the impact on your retirement savings. Here are some ways to help recover your super Read more
Resilience and coping with the COVID-19 aftermath
12 June 2020 | COVID-19 We’re not out of the woods yet when it comes to COVID-19. Strengthening our resilience muscles can help us ride out the COVID-19 wave. Read more
Shane Oliver – My take on life in Australia during a recession
10 June 2020 | Grow my wealth AMP Capital's Chief Economist, Shane Oliver, views on the recession facing Australia Read more
Oliver’s Insights – Shares climb a “wall of worry” - but is it sustainable?
10 June 2020 | Grow my wealth AMP Capital's Chief Economist, Shane Oliver, looks at what the sharemarket outlook means for Australian investors Read more
6 ways to manage your wellbeing when returning to the workplace after COVID-19
04 June 2020 | COVID-19 With workplaces opening back up, many Aussies are heading back to the office with mixed emotions. Here’s 6 ways to help manage the transition. Read more
Early access to super a debatable setback for women
04 June 2020 | COVID-19 The gender gap in super is about to get worse with women withdrawing a more sizeable chunk of their savings than men because of COVID-19. Read more
The economic hangover of COVID-19: how long will it last and what are the ongoing risks?
04 June 2020 | COVID-19 As the economy emerges from hibernation, AMP Capital chief economist and head of investment strategy Dr Shane Oliver explains the economic hangover and ongoing financial risks. Read more
How to build a leaner, stronger business post-COVID-19
04 June 2020 | COVID-19 Has COVID-19 changed your business model? Here’s how you can pivot your small business to help deliver long-term success. Read more
9 tips for investors during the COVID-19 recovery
04 June 2020 | COVID-19 Wondering how to navigate investments during COVID-19? Here are Dr Shane Oliver’s 9 key tips. Read more
COVID-19 and rental property
03 June 2020 | Grow my wealth AMP Capital looks at what the coronavirus outbreak means for Australian rental property investors Read more
What to do next if you’re facing redundancy
02 June 2020 | COVID-19 Redundancy is made harder by the uncertainty of COVID-19. Here are things you can do to prepare yourself for the future. Read more
7 ways to get your money working harder during COVID-19
01 June 2020 | Grow my wealth If you’re fortunate enough not to have been affected financially by coronavirus, you might find you’re spending less and saving more Read more
Oliver’s Insights – Australian house prices starting to fall – collapse likely averted but expect more weakness ahead
01 June 2020 | Grow my wealth AMP Capital's Chief Economist, Shane Oliver, examines the outlook for the property market in Australia Read more
Beware and be aware: how to protect yourself from COVID – 19 scams
01 June 2020 | COVID-19 Protect Yourself from COVID-19 Related Scams – AMP Read more
Three ways to help futureproof your career in 2020
29 May 2020 | COVID-19 Learn how to help keep your career path on track in uncertain times with futureproofing strategies such as upskilling and expanding on core skills. Read more
COVID-19 and the job market
29 May 2020 | Grow my wealth How COVID-19 is affecting the Australian employment market and what it means for your job. Find out more with AMP Read more
Essential checklist for the end of financial year
28 May 2020 | Manage my money The end of financial year on 30 June is a good time to take stock and get your finances in order. Read more
COVID-19 challenges for retirees
28 May 2020 | COVID-19 Many Aussies are doing it tough right now. But COVID-19 has created a number of challenges particularly for retirees. We look at how the crisis is affecting them and the help available. Read more
Investment markets and economic recovery from COVID-19
28 May 2020 | COVID-19 AMP Chief Economist Dr Shane Oliver discusses Investment market volatility and our economic recovery from COVID-19. He also explores some of the most frequently asked questions in this recorded webinar from May 2020. Read more
Could accessing your super early put your insurance cover at risk?
27 May 2020 | COVID-19 There are many things you should consider before making the decision to access your super early, one of them is insurance cover inside your super. Read more
How to stay connected to your customers during COVID-19
26 May 2020 | COVID-19 Staying connected with customers is critical to your business’ success during coronavirus. Here are strategies for building customer loyalty and retention. Read more
6 ways businesses might change after COVID-19
26 May 2020 | COVID-19 Coronavirus has changed the way we work and live, with many consumer behaviours here to stay. Here are six trends that might help futureproof your business. Read more
Oliver’s Insights – 10 medium to longer-term implications from the coronavirus shock
26 May 2020 | Grow my wealth AMP Capital's Chief Economist, Shane Oliver, looks at what COVID-19 means for the economy and investment markets Read more
COVID-19 stimulus packages and financial support for small businesses
26 May 2020 | COVID-19 A guide to coronavirus business support and stimulus packages available to small businesses, broken down by federal and state and territory government assistance. Read more
Selling property
22 May 2020 | COVID-19 There’s quite a bit involved in selling a property. Learn more about what’s the process and steps you need to take Read more
Women and super: taking control during COVID-19
21 May 2020 | COVID-19 For women, economic downturns can have a long-lasting effect on their financial future. Here’s some ways they can lessen the impact of (COVID-19) on their financial wellbeing. Read more
Principal and interest or interest-only mortgage?
19 May 2020 Trying to decide between a principal-and-interest or interest-only home loan? In this article we look at both repayment types and what they mean. Read more
How might Australia’s economy recover after COVID-19
19 May 2020 | COVID-19 Dr Shane Oliver sees light at the end of the coronavirus tunnel for Australia. Find out how might Australia’s economy recover from COVID-19. Read more
Life after lockdown - finding a new normal
19 May 2020 | COVID-19 The COVID-19 lockdown has seen many people take stock of their lives and they’re deciding what did, or didn’t, make them happy. Read more
COVID-19 and your credit rating
19 May 2020 | COVID-19 How will your credit rating be affected by COVID-19 if you can’t afford to make repayments? Find out more. Read more
Managing staff costs during COVID-19
13 May 2020 | COVID-19 Struggling with staffing costs due to coronavirus? Here are some ways Australian small businesses may reduce costs, boost cash flow and keep operating during COVID-19. Read more
Oliver’s Insights – The coming surge in Australia’s budget deficit and public debt due to Coronavirus – can we afford it?
13 May 2020 | Grow my wealth AMP Capital's Chief Economist, Shane Oliver, looks at how the Australian Government will pay for its coronavirus response Read more
The impacts of COVID-19 on women’s money
11 May 2020 | COVID-19 The Financy Women’s Index shows industries hardest hit by COVID-19 have been dominated by women. Here’s some steps to protect women’s financial wellbeing. Read more
Tips to improve cash flow
08 May 2020 | COVID-19 The coronavirus (COVID-19) is impacting small businesses. Read our tips for boosting cash flow, seeking financial advice and Australian Government support. Read more
Diversification – why it matters now more than ever
08 May 2020 | COVID-19 Diversification is an investment fundamental – when times turn tough, such as during the current COVID-19 pandemic Read more
Women and the future of work
06 May 2020 | Manage my money The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting us all, but women have particular trends to consider. Find out more with AMP Read more
Oliver’s Insights – The Lucky Country - three reasons why Australia may come through this period of global misery better than most countries
06 May 2020 | Grow my wealth AMP Capital's Chief Economist, Shane Oliver, examines Australia’s response to COVID-19 Read more
Insurance ahead of retirement
04 May 2020 | COVID-19 The impact of COVID-19 may have thrown a warehouse-sized rack of spanners in your retirement planning. Find out with AMP why you should review insurance ahead of retirement Read more
Staying afloat through the crisis
04 May 2020 | Grow my wealth 5 things to help get you through when confronted with a challenging financial reality Read more
Keeping staff engaged during COVID-19
30 April 2020 Small businesses are tackling difficult decisions and work environments. Read tips for keeping staff calm, committed and engaged during the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19). Read more