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Weekly Wrap: Banks Lifted ASX 200 As Small Caps Fell
The S&P/ASX 200 rose 1.03% for the week, supported by banks and a Friday rebound. The Small Ordinaries fell 2.82% as selling spread beyond the largest stocks.
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The Whelan Wrap: NSW Toughness
One point split the Roosters and the Knights. The toughest metal story on the ASX is just as close, and just as NSW.
Equalising Spousal Super Balances Has Never Been More Important
Equalising spousal super balances boosts tax-free retirement income by avoiding the $2.1m transfer cap and Division 296 tax, over 10–20 years in Australia.
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Treasurer Fiddles While Confidence Burns
Shock Australian tax reform from Treasurer Chalmers: late, controversial changes spark investor uncertainty ahead of July 1 rollout.
The Whelan Wrap: Gold, oil, copper, tungsten, and an Ozempic joke that's funnier than it should be
Fed hikes 25bp; gold steady, oil slips, copper choppier. JPMorgan on endgame modeling uncertainty; Australian Gold Conference preview.
Myths Getting in the Way of Downsizer Super Wins
Downsizer super myths debunked as rules loosened: no need to downsize or be 65+, eligibility widened; get the paperwork right to unlock the boost.
Market Wrap: third week of losses as rising rates take their toll
ASX slips for a third straight week as bets on another rate rise surge after the RBA warns inflation remains a threat; miners rally, banks and energy retreat.
SmallCaps Heads to the Australian Gold Conference as Official Media Partner
Small Caps to cover AGC26 as official media partner at Australia's largest gold conference, spotlighting ASX gold plays as gold price steadies above $4,300/oz.
2026 Australian Microcap Investment Conference
Melbourne Oct 20-21, 2026: Australia’s 15th Microcap Conference features 24 ASX microcaps presenting growth plans; CEOs and fund managers network. Register now.
The Weekly Finger: RRS Recap
Mining could raise MSCI weight from 2.2% to about 5%, signaling an imminent re-rate; Firefly Metals flags 42% IRR on Green Bay copper project.
A Chance for Pensioners to Boost their Standard of Living
Sept 20: New pension deeming rates (1.25%/3.25%). Discover how pensioners can beat them with top savings rates and term deposits.