Columnist Nicolette Rubinsztein

From its peak in November 2007 to the lows of March 2009 the Australian sharemarket fell by approximately 54% and has since recovered by around 50% at the end of September. This volatility has undoubtedly affected Australian companies, but did their

The daily news is filled with mixed reports of financial downturns and market recoveries, but we often hear that Australia is better placed than much of the world. But why is this the case? And what impact does our relatively strong position have on

With 2009 shaping up to be a financially challenging year it is important to take the time to review your financial position. Assessing your financial position can be done in isolation, but enlisting the help of a financial adviser can be extremely

With the global economy in recession, economists are focused on 'leading economic indicators' or what are often called, 'green shoots'. These 'green shoots' can provide insights into how the economy is tracking and whether a

The question on everyone's mind at the moment is, 'will financial markets recover?' The Australian sharemarket has seen significant falls since November last year. History shows that the sharemarket continually fluctuates and periods of