June 2010 Economic Market and Fund Performance Update

Ongoing European sovereign debt concerns continue to impact markets and investor confidence. In this video update, MLC’s Investment Strategist Brian Parker looks at:

  • the persistant issues with Greece and Europe
  • the mixed bag of economic numbers in Australia, and
  • what it all means for investors.

View the June market update video here.

While sharemarkets continue to suffer from the European debt crisis, other influences have also contributed to a difficult month for investors. In this fund performance update, MLC’s Senior Investment Strategist John Owen looks at:

  • the effect of the resources tax on the Australian sharemarket
  • the drop of the AUD against major currencies, and
  • one year returns for the MLC Horizon 4 & 5 Portfolios

View the June MLC Fund Performance Update video here.

Where to from here?

If you would like to discuss the topics raised in this video or if you would like more information, speak to your financial adviser or contact Dan Smith of Plan 2 Prosper on 07 49265 570.

Dan Smith is self employed and is for many families their trusted Financial Planner based in Rockhampton. He has clients in various locations throughout Australia but predominately in Central Queensland and specifically the geographic area encompassed by the Rockhampton Regional Council.

This information is intended to only provide you with general information and, while the sources for the material are considered reliable, no responsibility is accepted for any inaccuracies, errors or omissions. Before making a decision based on this information, you must consider its appropriateness having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. We recommend you obtain professional financial advice specific to your circumstances.

Dan Smith and  Dancin Pty Ltd ABN 71 531 338 371 trading as Plan 2 Prosper are Authorised Representatives of GWM Adviser Services Limited ABN 96 002 071 749 trading as MLC Financial Planning, an Australian Financial Services Licensee, with its Registered Office at 105 – 153 Miller St, North Sydney NSW 2060

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