The Magnificent Seven—Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet, Meta Platforms, Nvidia, and Tesla—continued to dominate the US equity landscape during the September quarter. These seven companies now represent more than a third of the S&P 500’s total market capitalisation, underscoring their outsized influence on broader market movements. Their performance has become a key driver of index returns, […]
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SHORT AND SWEET Nvidia, at more than US$4 trillion in market capitalisation, is the largest stock to ever exist. The company’s quarterly earnings announcements have become Super Bowl-like events. In its August 2025 release, Nvidia reported past 12-month earnings that were over 60% higher than this time last year, compared to an approximately 14% rise
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From Omaha Beginnings to Global Icon Warren Buffett’s story is a classic American tale. Born in Omaha, Nebraska, in 1930, he demonstrated a knack for business from a remarkably young age. By age six, he was buying six-packs of Coca-Cola and selling individual bottles for a profit; by his teens, he was running a lucrative
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SHORT N SWEET Since mid-June, news around the world has focused on the conflict between Israel and Iran. As with any major geopolitical event, investors face uncertainty about the impact these events might have on global economies and financial markets. Taking a broad perspective, investing for the long run inevitably means weathering political and economic
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The quarter kicked off in April, with markets experiencing significant volatility following President Trump’s initial trade tariff announcement, which sharply increased economic uncertainty and led to market declines; however, markets recovered after the policy reversal a week later. In May, equity markets experienced a significant recovery from the volatility. Despite ongoing policy uncertainty, global shares
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Worried about the news? The key to maintaining your equilibrium as a long-term investor is grasping that your horizon and those of the pundits trying to make sense of daily market volatility are not the same thing. Imagine for a moment that you make your living as a financial journalist or broker or market analyst.
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The quarter commenced with positive market momentum following a successful conclusion to 2024. However, it was marred by significant volatility and mixed performance across global markets. Central bank policies, inflation concerns, and US tariffs played pivotal roles in influencing market sentiment and performance. While some asset classes and regions showed resilience, others faced notable challenges,
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By Cameron Bagrie Economist Bagrie Economics CP Wealth Exclusive We are pleased to welcome Cameron Bagrie as our guest Economist presenting an exclusive article for our CP Wealth investors. He explores the future of the US economy and discusses the delicate balance of monetary policy and financial markets, providing insights into the challenges and opportunities
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Politics has been a focus for markets in 2024, with about 60% of the global population voting in elections in at least 76 countries. Of course, the big one is still to come. The US presidential election, scheduled for 5 November, is dominating headlines, prompting questions from investors in Australia and New Zealand about how
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All eyes will be focused on the US Presidential election in November. Attempted assassination of Donald Trump The recent attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump has added a layer of uncertainty to the election. Such events can lead to increased volatility in financial markets as investors seek stability in an unpredictable political climate. The
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