October 27, 2023

Dr Shane Oliver, Head of Investment Strategy & Chief Economist at AMP, discusses developments in investment markets over the past week, economic activity trackers, major global economic events and Australian economic events. Investment markets and key developments over the past week US shares fell again over the last week on the back of ongoing worries […]

Paul House – CEO – IMDEX (ASX:IMD) is a leading global mining technology company that enables drilling contractors and resource companies to safely find, define and mine orebodies with precision and at speed.

Jennifer Chow – CEO – Chimeric Therapeutics (ASX:CHM) is a clinical-stage therapy company focused on bringing the promise of cell therapy to life for more patients with cancer. 

Andrew Taplin – CEO – Heavy Minerals (ASX:HVY) is an Australian-based industrial minerals company that owns 100% of the Port Gregory and Red Hill Garnet Projects in Western Australia.

Sam Berridge – Portfolio Manager and Resources Analyst – Perennial Partners partners with outstanding investment people pursuing great investment outcomes in segments where active management can add meaningful value.

In the third quarter, the US economy experienced stronger growth than expected, with an annual increase of 4.9%, marking the best performance in nearly two years. This surprising development was attributed to robust consumer spending despite higher interest rates, persistent inflation pressures, and various domestic and global challenges. As a result of this news, US

Pan-Asian bank Standard Chartered has revealed significant financial damage due to exposure to Chinese banks and the slumping property sector. On Thursday, the London-based Asian operating bank witnessed a 17% collapse in its shares on the London Stock Exchange, prompting a trading limit to be imposed. This drop followed the announcement of a nearly $US1

Harvey Norman (ASX:HVN) has unveiled a surprising plan for a 10% share buyback worth $442 million over the next year. This move comes in response to dismal September quarter sales and a grim outlook for the future. During the September quarter, sales plummeted by over 98% across the company’s empire, with a staggering 13% drop

Now, it’s down to Apple next Thursday after Amazon’s solid third-quarter numbers failed to set its share price on fire, leaving the Nasdaq poised for another frustrating session on Friday to end a down week. Amazon lifted third-quarter revenue by 13% to $143.1 billion, more than tripled net earnings to $9.9 billion (helped by a

A recently resolved strike at one of Newmont’s major mines has led to a reduction in its 2023 output guidance, impacting earnings, just as it prepares to merge with Newcrest Mining on November 6. The world’s largest gold miner has faced ongoing issues at a significant mine in Mexico, causing disruptions and financial setbacks. The