Digital Finance Analytics (DFA) Blog

We have been trained to accept QR code check-ins, and now vaccine passports are coming. But this is morphing more into a dystopian 1984 future. So for philosophical Sunday we look at this issue, in the light of China’s trajectory of control, and recent attempts by Police to access data for normal criminal investigations, not … Continue reading "The DNA Of A Surveillance State [Podcast]"

The latest edition of our finance and property news digest with a distinctively Australian flavour. Wall Street ended sharply lower on Friday as investors weighed signs of higher inflation, while Apple) tumbled following an unfavorable court ruling related to its app store. “There is a sense of pessimism throughout equity markets,” said Lewis Grant, senior … Continue reading "Peering Through The Smoke: Market Update 11th Sept 2021 [Podcast]"

The latest edition of our finance and property news digest with a distinctively Australian flavour. We look at the latest mortgage delinquency and affordability data as well as settlements, plus the issue of escalating building costs, risks to the financial markets and emerging virus variants. All up there is much in play, and not all … Continue reading "At The Crossroads: The DFA Daily 10th Sept 2021 [Podcast]"

The latest in my series with Property Insider Edwin Almeida from Ribbon Property. We look at some “home movies” which are scary, and also discuss the traps for over eager property buyers, plus cats, swans and death-watch beetles… Go to the Walk The World Universe at https://walktheworld.com.au/ https://www.ribbonproperty.com.au/

Research from the UK shows one in ten users of Buy Now Pay Later end up with contact from debt collectors, while in the UK and NZ, BNPL are deemed as credit products. But in Australia, we are pursuing a different and more relaxed path, despite the high volume of late payment fees, despite the … Continue reading "The Buy Now Pay Later Debt Trap"

In this unscripted rant I discuss some of the main questions I think about concerning the Australian economy. Do central banks know what they are doing? Is the property market set for a shake-up? Will migration be powered up again? Where are the growth engines for our strategic future? And where might investment be placed? … Continue reading "A Rumble In The Jungle! [Rant]"

The latest edition of our finance and property news digest with a distinctively Australian flavour. In today’s show we look at the latest from the markets, from the US, through to Australia. And we also touch on the latest Bitcoin news, ahead of important developments next week. Go to the Walk The World Universe at … Continue reading "Suspended! – Market Update 4th Sept 2021 [Podcast]"

In today’s show we look at the latest property and rental price trends, the falls in iron ore prices, and how first-time buyers are looking to buy on lower deposits, what could possibly go wrong? Go to the Walk The World Universe at https://walktheworld.com.au/ Today’s post is brought to you by Ribbon Property Consultants. If … Continue reading "All Fall Down – The DFA Daily 2nd September 2021 [Podcast]"

I caught up with Steve from his bond kingdom throne room. We discussed the latest from the FED, and what may really happen with regards to QE and the broader markets. Does Powell really want to taper? Steven Van Metre, Certified Financial Planner™ Professional, (CA Insurance License #0D45202 & Investment Advisory Representative with Atlas Financial … Continue reading "The Emperor Has No Clothes – With Steve Van Metre [Podcast]"

My latest chat with Edwin, who is up to his eyes in building works, to try to beat the rush. https://www.ribbonproperty.com.au/