Savings Accounts

Could your $1,080 tax cut be delayed by a year?

Doubts have been raised over whether Scott Morrison’s big election promise to deliver tax cuts of up to $1,080 per person can be delivered in the next financial year as Federal Parliament looks unlikely to return before June 30.

By Emma Duffy ● May 21, 2019

Australian dollar, share market surges after shock election result

The Australian dollar has surged at the market open after the Liberal National Party (LNP) clung to power in a shock election victory on Saturday.

By Emma Duffy ● May 20, 2019

How does financial anxiety impact Aussies’ wellbeing?

A report by National Australia Bank (NAB) has found that concerns over personal finances are among the biggest detractors from Australians’ wellbeing.

By Emma Duffy ● May 17, 2019

Most customers willing to share data with banks despite many losing trust

Despite low levels of trust, most banking customers are willing to share their data with their banks so long as their needs are met, according to a global study by Accenture.

By William Jolly ● May 17, 2019

Consumer confidence slips after RBA leaves interest rates unchanged

Consumer confidence took a hit last week as Australians’ perceptions of the economy took a negative turn after the RBA’s decision to leave interest rates unchanged, ANZ analysts say.

By Emma Duffy ● May 15, 2019

Wage growth stationary: Annual rate remains at 2.3%

The wait continues for an acceleration in wage growth in Australia, as latest figures show the annual growth rate remains below average at 2.3%.

By Dominic Beattie ● May 15, 2019

What is a direct debit?

Read our simple overview of the basics of direct debits, including the dangers they present.

By William Jolly ● May 14, 2019

How to break up with your bank

The short answer? Changing banks isn’t actually as painful as you think. Here’s how to do it in 5 simple steps.

By Emma Duffy ● May 09, 2019

Cost of living remains the biggest cause of consumer anxiety

Australians are feeling the pinch of stagnant income growth, as the cost of living remains the biggest cause of consumer anxiety – and it’s having an impact on their savings.

By Emma Duffy ● May 09, 2019

Most voters support higher minimum wages and Sunday penalty rates

Most voters believe the minimum wage should be raised and people should be paid more for working on Sundays, according to the ABC’s Vote Compass.

By Emma Duffy ● May 07, 2019

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