As May approaches, investor focus sharpens on the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and the potential for a rate cut at its meeting which is scheduled for Tuesday the 20th of that month.
As early as a few weeks ago, it was thought investors may have to wait until the second half of the year to…
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In recent weeks, we've witnessed 'Trump Crash' - we're talking about the market correction that has occurred since mid-February causing the ASX 200 (as well as many other international indices) to fall over 10%.
At the start of 2025, it appeared that equity markets were bound for a good year. Interest rates would be on the…
The stock market is often a battleground for investors, and 2025 has been no exception. With a noticeable downturn in stock prices, many are asking, “Is this a buying opportunity?” The idea of buying the dip is an age-old strategy that has served many investors well. However, as with all investment strategies, it is important…
Should you use your tax cut to invest in stocks? With another unexpected round of tax cuts starting from the middle of next year, unveiled in the federal budget earlier this week, this is a question facing many. This round isn't that large - only $536 a year and little over $10 a week by…
Very few Australians wouldn't have either heard of SPC Global (ASX:SPG) or consumed some of its products (whether they know it or not). It sells canned and tinned fruits, particularly tomatoes as well as mangoes and peaches (amongst others) all grown and harvested in Victoria's Goulburn Valley. But now, there is a lot more to…
The global economic landscape is ever-evolving, and one of the most significant contributors to market shifts in recent years has been the imposition of tariffs. During his presidency, Donald Trump introduced tariffs on a wide array of goods, mainly targeting China, to reduce the trade deficit and bolster American manufacturing. However, these tariffs have sparked…
6 ASX stocks that have received takeover bids already in 2025
Dropsuite (ASX:DSE)
Unlike other bids which we will list, this offer will be going ahead with this company having signed a binding deal and recommending to shareholders to vote for the transaction. It was not a big premium, with the share price being a…
The term “Trumpcession” has emerged recently as economists and political analysts speculate about a possible economic downturn linked to policies and decisions made during and after the Trump administration. As global trade disruptions continue to evolve, many are asking: Could these disruptions spark a global recession? Let’s explore the potential economic implications of these trade…
Let's take a stab at which companies could be the next ASX takeover targets. It can seem like an easy exit for investors of a struggling company, even if some investors need to take a loss or miss out on even greater gains in the future. There's nothing like the certainty sweet cold cash right…
New traders will encounter both risks and opportunities when trading ASX futures contracts on the Australian Securities Exchange in 2025. Modern traders need a solid understanding of ASX futures to succeed in markets that show volatile behaviour as the global economy returns to normal. This guide aims to provide practical information to help novice traders…
