As 2013 starts drawing to a close, it’s a good time to reflect on the year that’s been – and look forward to what’s ahead.
Politically, it was a year of change – with the September Federal election ushering in a new Prime Minister and government.
Economically, despite the short term dramas of the US government shutdown and debt-ceiling negotiations, global economic conditions, particularly in Europe, have improved.
Meanwhile, consumer confidence has picked up at home following the election. And with the ASX 200 reaching record highs in 2013, we look forward to continued momentum into the coming year.