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Despite a range of risks investment markets have performed strongly over the last three years supported by resilient global economic growth, AI driven earnings growth and, more recently, interest rates cuts.
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Despite higher-than-average equity market valuations, strong earnings growth should provide for moderate gains.
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The RBA held rates steady at 3.6% over the quarter but shifted more hawkishly as the quarter progressed post higher than expected inflation.
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2026 looks set for global economic growth to remain broadly resilient supporting equity markets earnings growth.
More than $1 million has been committed to support vital Australian research into Myalgic Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), with three new research projects to commence in 2026.
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Global equity markets closed the year strongly amid monetary easing, fiscal support, AI-driven growth, weaker USD, and resilient earnings. Notably, the strength was broad-based spanning U.S., Europe, UK, and emerging markets with cyclical, tech, and commodity-linked sectors benefiting most.
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ASX 200 rose 1.3% in December, taking the total return for 2025 to +10.3%. Australian equities outperformed Global Equities (MSCI World ex Australia) which fell 0.9% (in $A terms).
As the festive season approaches, more Australians are seeking meaningful, lasting ways to celebrate, shifting away from the commercial rush and instead embracing the spirit of giving back
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