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July 2009

Investor Intelligence

Michael Lannon’s Commentary

Welcome to the new financial year. Given the performance of the markets over the past 12 months most investors will be happy to put the year behind them. The question everyone is asking is whether the market rally that commenced in early March can continue.

Many analysts are predicting a period of consolidation as the market seeks confirmation that the global economy is recovering. Over the next few weeks as many companies report their earning perhaps a clearer picture will emerge. Whilst a V shaped recovery is what this rally suggests it is more likely that the economic recovery will be more of a slow steady grind as unemployment peaks and investors focus on income.

As I have said in the past it is impossible to time the market so as investors we need to look at accumulating shares in quality companies to be held for the long term.  Our BlueChip Series SMA featured this month allows you to accumulate a portfolio of shares in some of Australia’s biggest companies by investing a regular amount each month. Whilst I am not sure what the next move is for the market I am confident that accumulating quality shares at these levels will prove to be a rewarding investment and by investing regularly you reduce the risk of getting your timing wrong.  

Michael Lannon, Managing Director

 
market update The Australian sharemarket rose for the fourth consecutive month in June. The S&P/ASX 200 Accumulation Index rose 4.0% in June but finished the 2008/09 financial year down 20.1%, the worst performance for the Australian sharemarket since 1981-82.

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