Finance

Veteran investor Ken Fisher, executive chairman and co-chief investment officer at Fisher Investments, pushed back strongly against market skeptics, reaffirming his bullish outlook for the global economy despite persistent doubts surrounding politics, tariffs, and the upcoming U.S. midterm elections. Speaking in a recent interview, Fisher reminded viewers that he has long argued patience would be … Read more

When Donald Trump announced sweeping tariffs on what he called “Liberation Day” on April 2 last year, global financial markets reacted sharply. The global share index plunged by 10%, while the Australian share market fell an even steeper 12.5%. It took nearly three weeks for both markets to recover to their previous levels, highlighting how … Read more

Australia’s labor market continues to show remarkable resilience, with underutilization data revealing just how tight employment conditions have become. While total employment naturally grows alongside population increases, what stands out is the intensity of workforce participation and demand for labor. Underutilization — which combines unemployment with underemployment (people who want more hours but cannot get … Read more

Renowned economist Art Laffer believes the U.S. economy is on solid footing, but he argues that unlocking domestic energy, fixing healthcare pricing, and increasing housing supply are critical to sustaining long-term growth. Energy as the Backbone of Economic Growth Laffer emphasized that while “energy dominance” may be a debatable phrase, freeing up American energy production … Read more