Rob’s Financial Commentaries

Commentaries that you read in the financial press or on this website are not advice. Commentaries seek to provide accurate information and offer comparative insights. Our commentaries clarify and make you aware of your options and choices. What you could do, not what you should do. Information and guidance allows you to come to your own conclusions.

Iran Attacks and More
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Iran Attacks and More

Markets hit all-time highs despite war, inflation, and recession fears. Rob Harris explores the impact of Iran’s attack on Israel, why gold has surged 23% in three months, and how money market funds and defensive strategies can protect capital in turbulent times.

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Gold Watchers / Profit Takers
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Gold Watchers / Profit Takers

Gold hits record highs this week. Profit takers may want to act now - Rob Harris shares a quick reminder to stay alert in a volatile market.

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A Choice of Strategies
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A Choice of Strategies

Rob Harris introduces six key investment strategies - from diversification to profit taking - and explains how they can protect, grow, and leverage your wealth in today’s volatile markets.

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The War Environment / Investing
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The War Environment / Investing

The escalation of global conflicts is reshaping the economic outlook. Investors may want to consider reallocating portfolios towards sectors such as defence, energy, agriculture, healthcare, infrastructure, and safe-haven assets like gold.

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The Big Divide
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The Big Divide

Markets may feel calm, but volatility always creates opportunities. Rob reflects on five years of asset performance, the lessons learned from past crises, and why some investors are now considering a shift towards specific assets rather than broad diversification. Which side of the “big divide” are you on?

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Santa Has Bounced!
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Santa Has Bounced!

Santa it seems, enjoyed his Christmas and is now bouncing happily along into the New Year! Rob Harris reflects on the “Santa bounce” effect, the year’s investment performance, and what rising markets and hints of rate cuts could mean for investors heading into 2024.

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