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Share markets have been downtrodden over the past few weeks over concerns that the Trump administration's recent policy decisions will be negative for growth, causing further uncertainty for global trade and the local economy. Join Diana and My as they unpack the latest GDP data, examine inflation expectations for consumers and look ahead to what we can expect from this year's Federal Budget.Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. It’s important you consider your personal circumstances and speak to a financial adviser before deciding what’s right for you. Any general tax information provided is intended as a guide only. Remember the value of investments may go up or down and you may not get back the amount you invested. The opinions and views featured in this podcast reflect the individual’s own. Date of publication 20 March 2025. AWM Services Pty Ltd ABN 15 139 353 496, AFSL No. 366121, part of the AMP Group.

In a week where the US pushed ahead with tariffs, we saw a lot of policy uncertainty with services and manufacturing companies seeing a decline in sentiment and consumer inflation expectations spiking. Join Shane and My as they look at what all these changes mean, the problems for investors, as well as whether the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is really the answer for cutting red tape.Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. It’s important you consider your personal circumstances and speak to a financial adviser before deciding what’s right for you. Any general tax information provided is intended as a guide only. Remember the value of investments may go up or down and you may not get back the amount you invested. The opinions and views featured in this podcast reflect the individual’s own. Date of publication 06 March 2025. AWM Services Pty Ltd ABN 15 139 353 496, AFSL No. 366121, part of the AMP Group.

The RBA announced a rate cut this week for the first time since 2020, with small relief for mortgage holders after 13 consecutive hikes. while monetary policy remains restrictive. Join Shane and Diana on the pod this week as they discuss the RBA's decision, the key considerations as monetary policy remains restrictive, the outlook for inflation and what we need to see before we get another rate cut.Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. It’s important you consider your personal circumstances and speak to a financial adviser before deciding what’s right for you. Any general tax information provided is intended as a guide only. Remember the value of investments may go up or down and you may not get back the amount you invested. The opinions and views featured in this podcast reflect the individual’s own. Date of publication 20 February 2025. AWM Services Pty Ltd ABN 15 139 353 496, AFSL No. 366121, part of the AMP Group.

This week on the pod Shane and Diana catch up on: gains in markets, a look at Trumps Tariff Tango, China's new AI tech - DeepSeek and is it "Job Done" on inflation? Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. It’s important you consider your personal circumstances and speak to a financial adviser before deciding what’s right for you. Any general tax information provided is intended as a guide only. Remember the value of investments may go up or down and you may not get back the amount you invested. The opinions and views featured in this podcast reflect the individual’s own. Date of publication 6 February 2025. AWM Services Pty Ltd ABN 15 139 353 496, AFSL No. 366121, part of the AMP Group. Shane Oliver: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-oliver-3209542/ X: https://twitter.com/ShaneOliverAMP Diana Mousina: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-mousina-5a22442b/

After a stronger than expected 2024, it's been a reasonably good start to markets this year despite the US 10 year Treasury yield nearing 5% - a mark rarely seen since the GFC. This has been fuelled by higher inflation and persisting concerns over the debt ceiling issue in the US. With further details expected on tariffs and tax measures under the new administration, join Shane and Diana as they analyse the outlook for the US economy and markets under a Trump presidency, what the economic indicators mean for shares, and what we can expect in the year ahead. Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. It’s important you consider your personal circumstances and speak to a financial adviser before deciding what’s right for you. Any general tax information provided is intended as a guide only. Remember the value of investments may go up or down and you may not get back the amount you invested. The opinions and views featured in this podcast reflect the individual’s own. Date of publication 23 January 2025. AWM Services Pty Ltd ABN 15 139 353 496, AFSL No. 366121, part of the AMP Group.

The pace of economic growth in Australia has been on a downtrend over the last two years and annual growth is at its lowest level since the early 1990s (outside of the pandemic). Despite population growth and strong public spending, the latest quarterly GDP figures pose several key questions for the Reserve Bank as we head into the holiday period. Join Shane and Diana as they unpack the data, analyse why the economy has been struggling and ask whether we can continue to rely on the public sector to keep growth strong in the coming year. Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. It’s important you consider your personal circumstances and speak to a financial adviser before deciding what’s right for you. Any general tax information provided is intended as a guide only. Remember the value of investments may go up or down and you may not get back the amount you invested. The opinions and views featured in this podcast reflect the individual’s own. Date of publication 12 December 2024. AWM Services Pty Ltd ABN 15 139 353 496, AFSL No. 366121, part of the AMP Group.

The rise in the cost of living over the last four years remains a persistent challenge for the RBA and the Australian economy. Inflation continues to be too high with the trimmed mean rising to 3.5% while headline inflation remains within target. But there is cause for optimism: the rate of increase is slowing down, and the rate of services inflation in Australia is lower than in other countries including the UK and seems likely to fall. Join Shane and Diana to look at the current outlook for inflation in Australia and how we should treat the latest signals and economic indicators amid both seasonality and supply chain issues. Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. It’s important you consider your personal circumstances and speak to a financial adviser before deciding what’s right for you. Any general tax information provided is intended as a guide only. Remember the value of investments may go up or down and you may not get back the amount you invested. The opinions and views featured in this podcast reflect the individual’s own. Date of publication 02 December 2024. AWM Services Pty Ltd ABN 15 139 353 496, AFSL No. 366121, part of the AMP Group.

Trump's victory in the US election came on the back of fears over the rising cost of living and concerns over immigration that dominated voter sentiment. Join Shane and My as they look at why the polls got it wrong, what it means for markets and Australia's economy, how the RBA is thinking about this and what we can expect from a Trump presidency. Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. It’s important you consider your personal circumstances and speak to a financial adviser before deciding what’s right for you. Any general tax information provided is intended as a guide only. Remember the value of investments may go up or down and you may not get back the amount you invested. The opinions and views featured in this podcast reflect the individual’s own. Date of publication 15 November 2024. AWM Services Pty Ltd ABN 15 139 353 496, AFSL No. 366121, part of the AMP Group.

Join Shane and Diana for a quick update on: Shares at record highs, war conflict and oil prices. Is it a clear crystal ball for RBA rate cuts in Feb 2025? The 50/50 run-up to the US election and Queensland primary school kids to get a free lunch. But who really pays? Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. It’s important you consider your personal circumstances and speak to a financial adviser before deciding what’s right for you. Any general tax information provided is intended as a guide only. Remember the value of investments may go up or down and you may not get back the amount you invested. The opinions and views featured in this podcast reflect the individual’s own. Date of publication 17 October 2024. AWM Services Pty Ltd ABN 15 139 353 496, AFSL No. 366121, part of the AMP Group.

Since the 1987 crash, the evolving role of central banks has fundamentally changed the way the economy and markets work over the past few decades. Shane and Diana are joined by special guest Alan Kohler this week as they discuss the role of central banks today in the face of uncertainty, looming fears over a recession and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Important information: This podcast is general in nature and hasn’t taken your circumstances into account. It’s important you consider your personal circumstances and speak to a financial adviser before deciding what’s right for you. Any general tax information provided is intended as a guide only. Remember the value of investments may go up or down and you may not get back the amount you invested. The opinions and views featured in this podcast reflect the individual’s own. Date of publication 09 October 2024. AWM Services Pty Ltd ABN 15 139 353 496, AFSL No. 366121, part of the AMP Group.