April Market Wrap 2026
April gave markets a chance to recover after a volatile March, with offshore markets leading the rebound. But the broader picture remains complex.
Inflation is still uncertain. Energy prices remain a key risk. Rate cut expectations have been pushed further out. And in Australia, households and businesses are still adjusting to higher costs and tighter conditions.
March Market Wrap 2026
Markets shifted abruptly from optimism to caution as the escalation involving Iran and disruption to Middle East energy flows forced a reassessment of inflation, interest rates and growth.
February Market Update
Warren Buffett retired at the age of 95 after more than 60 years leading Berkshire Hathaway. Over that period, Berkshire’s share price rose from approximately US$19 in 1965 to around US$755,400 in 2025.
An investment of US$100 in Berkshire Hathaway in 1965 would be worth approximately US$4 million today, underscoring the impact of disciplined long-term investing, patient capital allocation and compounding over time.