In many respects, the start of 2026 has mirrored the beginning of 2025, with market sentiment once again dictated by US trade policy.

Despite the geopolitical and trade headwinds, both equities and bonds delivered positive returns for diversified investors in 2025.

Diversified investors are positioned to record another positive year, highlighting the benefits of investoring across both geographies and asset classes.

Australia’s housing market hit $12 trillion, despite the prospect of fewer intereact cuts in the months ahead.

Having a trusted, long-term financial advisor can make all the difference in navigating the ups and downs of investing.

For the first time in 2025, tariff developments weren’t the major driver of monthly market movements. August performance was instead driven by regional news.

Our July 2025 monthly market review reviews recent trade developments with the US and how the RBA assesses the current inflation landscape.

Our June 2025 monthly market review discusses why even with perfect foresight, markets don’t move as we may expect them to.

As we enter FY26, several key changes to Australia’s financial advice and superannuation landscape are taking effect.