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Higher copper prices could be here to stay
Rising global consumption, ageing mines, and a widening supply gap leave value to be found.
Higher copper prices could be here to stay
Higher copper prices could be here to stay
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Time to rebalance east?

Time to rebalance east?

The structural case for emerging-market equities.
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The grass is always greener: Rethinking Australian vs global equities

The grass is always greener: Rethinking Australian vs global equities

How should investors think about Australia’s recent relative underperformance?
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AI fueled the US market’s Q2 comeback. Now investors face a reality check

AI fueled the US market’s Q2 comeback. Now investors face a reality check

The AI boom has reshaped stock markets, but a June selloff exposed the risks of lofty valuations and growing concentration.
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Yields take centre stage again

Yields take centre stage again

Stronger yields boost income appeal but tighter spreads and macro risks complicate outlook.
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Market Minute: Inflation is rising, but bond yields are falling

Market Minute: Inflation is rising, but bond yields are falling

The latest inflation data has shifted interest rate expectations, with implications for bond and equity investors alike.
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GQG: Why we are still in an AI stock market bubble

GQG: Why we are still in an AI stock market bubble

While bulls point to huge chip and hardware orders, GQG manager Kersmanc says that’s all part of the bubble.
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The whirlwind is upon us

The whirlwind is upon us

Extreme dispersion and AI-fuelled rallies are turning global markets wild again.
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What’s ahead in 2027 and beyond for the US: Inflation, Fed rate cuts, and more

What’s ahead in 2027 and beyond for the US: Inflation, Fed rate cuts, and more

As inflation cools and growth slows, we expect rate cuts in 2027 and 2028 that help reignite economic growth.
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Market Minute: Rates hold, AI soars, risks remain

Market Minute: Rates hold, AI soars, risks remain

Matt discusses why the Fed and RBA remain cautious on interest rates, the ongoing impact of AI-driven investment, and why diversification remains key for long-term investors.
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Have AI’s four horsemen arrived?

Have AI’s four horsemen arrived?

Why it would be unusual if this time, it was ‘different’.
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How much lower can oil prices go on the Iran peace deal?

How much lower can oil prices go on the Iran peace deal?

Oil dropped on the preliminary agreement, but analysts caution against expecting a near-term return to prewar prices.
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Market Minute: Markets react to peace deal, Space X IPO; RBA holds rates

Market Minute: Markets react to peace deal, Space X IPO; RBA holds rates

From Iran and inflation to AI and market valuations, we unpack the key themes shaping markets this week.
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Market Index Performance | May 2026

Market Index Performance | May 2026

Our monthly update detailing the short- and long-term performance of major indices.
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Why is Bitcoin plunging?

Why is Bitcoin plunging?

Bitcoin’s recent decline is being driven by a mix of ETF outflows, forced liquidations, regulatory uncertainty, and a growing investor preference for AI stocks.
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Market Minute: Markets pause as AI hype meets reality

Market Minute: Markets pause as AI hype meets reality

Energy prices remain elevated on Middle East tensions, while Broadcom’s results prompt investors to temper near-term expectations.
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