Business
Australian stocks lead the world in returns – The Australian Financial Review
The Australian stock market has outperformed all others in US dollar terms since 1900, according to new research from Credit Suisse.
Australias outperformance was partly due to dividends, which contributed to 53 per cent of total market returns over the 121 years. This is higher than what you would see in other markets. For example, in the US, dividends contribute 42 per cent of total market returns, Mr Davis told AFR Weekend.
The report pointed to Australias leading role in exporting commodities such as iron core, coal and zinc, and demand for resources from fast growing Asian economies, including China.
The rise of China boosted…
-
Noosa News21 hours agoThis 42-Kilometre Walking Trail on the NSW North Coast Weaves Through Ancient Rainforest, Volcanic Mountains and Spectacular Waterfalls
-
Noosa News23 hours agoJane Bunn weather: Cyclone Errol forms as effects of Alfred still felt across Queensland
-
General23 hours agoParents of Heidi, 3, remember ‘beautiful’ daughter killed in Ocean Grove crash
-
Noosa News23 hours agoGabby Petito died after experiencing domestic violence. Young Aussies are identifying with her story