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Sunbird Market Update and Outlook – September 2026
Summary: Higher interest rates, driven by sticky inflation, fiscal strains and the data-centre boom, weighed on bonds, property and infrastructure in the September quarter, while global equities held up on US and AI strength, leaving a mixed outlook in which Australia’s above-target inflation and RBA hikes add pressure unless oil and geopolitical risks ease.
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Sunbird Market Update and Outlook – Market Update – July 2026
Summary: Global markets started the new financial year off with a bout of volatility sparked by a correction in semi-conductor stocks and a spike in the oil price.
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Sunbird Market Update and Outlook – Market Update – May 2026
Summary: The March quarter saw increased volatility driven by rising interest rates, geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, and pressure across growth assets. Markets remain cautious with inflation risks and energy supply constraints shaping the outlook.
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Sunbird Market Update and Outlook – March Quarter 2026
Summary: The March quarter saw increased volatility driven by rising interest rates, geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, and pressure across growth assets. Markets remain cautious with inflation risks and energy supply constraints shaping the outlook.
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