Economic insights


Spotlight on the Importance of China

Since its reform began at the end of the 1970s, China’s economy has been growing at an average rate of 9% annually. It has become the third largest world economy and by around 2030 it is anticipated that China will be the largest economy in the world.

Top 10 stocks for 2010

Australian shares; global listed infrastructure; emerging markets – read on to find out which sectors, products and markets are the ones we think are worth watching in 2010.

The rising Australian dollar

The Australian dollar has rapidly risen against the British pound and US dollar over 2009. Stephen Halmarick examines how this affects our economy and your back pocket.

Waiting for new growth

Downturns can be worrying, but there’s some comfort to be found in the lessons of history. Find out what you can do to see out any market downturn.

Reaching new heights – China’s role in driving world economic growth

China’s growth is a stand-out, being among one of the first economies to recover from the global recession. Find out how China’s economy can drive world economic growth.