News & Insights

Market Update June 2025: After the Shock
Markets have retraced their steps since April’s volatility, but the broader outlook remains unsettled. In this June 2025 Market Update, MGD Wealth and WTW examine the impact of softening tariff expectations, the start of Australia’s rate-cutting cycle, and the cautious sentiment shaping global portfolio positioning.

Tax Brief May 2025: Policy Relief and Heightened Oversight
New policy measures and ATO scrutiny define the tax landscape this quarter. MGD outlines the themes to be aware of ahead of year-end—and how we can help you plan with confidence.

Market Update April 2025: Liberation Day and Beyond
The market is once again recalibrating. In this April 2025 Market Update, MGD Wealth and WTW unpack the implications of US trade developments, a shifting inflation outlook, and potential rate cuts in Australia. As global growth diverges, we discuss what this means for portfolio positioning in the months ahead — and why maintaining flexibility and diversification remains key.

Getting Advisory Boards Right for Your Business
A well-structured advisory board enhances governance, fosters independent insight, and strengthens long-term business resilience.

Barron’s Top 150 Adviser Stephen Furness on Stewardship, Legacy, and Purpose
Stephen Furness, named one of Barron’s Top 150 Advisers, reflects on the defining moments of his career and how they inform the way he helps clients manage risk, opportunity, and long-term strategy.

Real Stories, Real Success: How MGD Helps Clients Navigate Life’s Financial Crossroads
From business owners making a great sale to pre-retirees facing unexpected challenges, discover how MGD’s expert guidance has helped clients turn financial complexity into opportunity. Read five real success stories that showcase strategic wealth management in action.

Market Update August 2024: Repricing the Cycle
In our August 2024 Market Update, MGD Wealth and WTW examine recent market volatility, with insights from investment experts on the latest economic data, interest rate expectations, and portfolio positioning. From shifts in US Treasury yields to Japan’s market turbulence, we break down what these movements mean for investors and why staying disciplined is key.

MGD Wealth’s $223,889 Boosts TRACTION’s $1 Million Fundraiser, Supporting Youth Empowerment
Through the 2024 BEYOND Cycling Challenge, MGD Wealth’s dedication helped drive TRACTION’s efforts to provide invaluable support to young Australians in need.