FEAR & GREED | Business News Equities beat bonds, property; big changes for Apple; LA riots as Trumps calls National Guard
Jun 9, 2025
Equities have outperformed bonds and residential properties this year, delivering surprising gains. Anticipation builds around major updates to a leading tech company's iOS, featuring AI enhancements. Meanwhile, Los Angeles faces escalating riots as political tensions rise, with Donald Trump calling in the National Guard. In the media landscape, a long-running current affairs show has been canceled, while a celebrated actress shines in a Tony-winning Broadway performance. The podcast also touches on growing protests and the impact of activism.
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Equities Lead 2025 Gains
- Equities have outperformed bonds and residential property in 2025, with gains around 3.4% for equities versus 1.7% for property and bonds.
- Gold stocks, banks, and Telstra led equity gains, while energy and healthcare stocks lagged behind.
Prepare for a Tough Investment Road
- Investors should be cautious as equities face a tough few months due to global uncertainty, with some recovery expected by year-end.
- Bonds likely hold steady, and property may rise modestly but no boom is forecast; consult a financial advisor due to different asset nuances.
Housing Market Shows Mixed Signals
- Despite talks of possible interest rate cuts, housing auction clearance rates dropped sharply at the King's birthday holiday weekend.
- Melbourne's market holds steady above 70% clearance, but Sydney experienced the lowest rate of the year, indicating localized disparities.