Investing in the current market

The ups and downs we're experiencing in investment markets may have some investors worried about the impact on their super and investments. To help, we will update this page with the latest insights, commentary and resources on investing in uncertain times.

Chris Caton

Listen Candid Caton - 3 minute markets update
2/12/2008
BT Chief Economist, Dr Chris Caton's regular audio update on overnight global markets as they close.
Latest Yesterday, overseas markets were not a pretty sight. European markets are down nearly 5% and in the US, the Dow Jones closed down 7.7% and the S&P and Nasdaq both closed almost 9% down. This weak market activity comes as a result of three key news items...

Caton's Corner - the worst month, the best week
6/11/2008
During these tough times, we ask the tough questions of three fund managers that BT employs to look after your money.

ABC TV's 7.30 Report
4/11/2008
Providing commentary following the Reserve Bank of Australia's cutting of the official interest rate.

Latest insights and commentary

Markets update - October 2008
5/11/2008
October was a big month in global financial markets - with falls in share markets, oil prices, the Aussie dollar and even interest rates..

Tough times: 3 fund managers in the hot seat
30/10/2008
During these tough times, we ask the tough questions of three fund managers that BT employs to look after your money.

Catching the 'bounce back' - a message from BT's CEO
13/10/2008
BT CEO Rob Coombe on staying patient to catch the ‘bounce’ that generally follows a market downturn.

More resources and reading

Investing	Markets and performance
Tough times: 3 fund managers in the hot seat Catching the 'bounce back' - a message from BT's CEO Rules for investing during volatile times Long-term investing - more than a mantra? Bulls and bears: Chris Caton on investing in 2008 Investor behaviour: that sinking feeling Managing your margin loan in a volatile market The advisers' view The buying game	Candid Caton Markets update - October 08 Markets update: rough ride for investors Update on financial markets for September 08 It's been a big week on Wall Street Markets and performance - August 2008 Markets and performance - July 2008 Markets and performance - June 2008 Markets update: Aust. share market dips again Markets and performance - May 2008 Markets and performance - April 2008
Economics: Caton's Corner	Superannuation
The worst month, the best week Somewhere we've never been before The plot thickens Who would be an economist? What's going on? Did something happen in mid-July? When will this end? Happy New Financial Year? Interest rates steady (for now) and oil continues to rise Nothing but blue sky ahead? The economist's view	Super returns in perspective How the markets and our funds have performed Adviser tips for your super Simple super strategies Who will inherit your super?