US market defies inflation spike, who can buy in Sydney or Melbourne, Queensland reopens its borders and more!

Next year I plan to create an investing club and threw the idea out in my morning money spot with Ben Fordham on 2GB. It’s time Aussies got smart about money.

As the year’s end looms, let’s take a look at what our economic story looks like right now. And then I’ll make some forecasts for next year.

A flat day on Thursday has rounded out a strong week for the ASX200, with the index up over 2% over 5 days.

Former NSW Premier Gladys has confirmed she will not contest the federal election, LEGO Australia have teamed up with Sydney Opera house to rebuild the World, Brazilian financial technology company has become the largest Latin American financial group after IPO and more.

Peter Switzer is joined by Michael Gable of Fairmont Equities, Marcus Bogdan of Blackmore Capital, currency expert, Michael Knox, and Margaret Lomas of Destiny Financial Solutions.

Here’s my take on the economy and stock prices next year. Are they believable given the Omicron threat?

One of the more interesting aspects of the current stock market boom has been the relative outperformance of small and mid-cap stocks.

Claire Aitchison of Independent Investment Research provides comprehensive research coverage and commentary for listed managed investments. Here is the latest update.