Digital Finance Analytics (DFA) Blog

In our latest show with Property Insider Edwin Almeida, we bell the cat on bad practices in the real estate industry, examine the impact of planning changes on property prices, ask why listings are rising and consider the implications on owners and renters in the months ahead. Buckle-up! If you are buying your home in … Continue reading "Its Edwin’s Monday Evening Property Rant!"

The latest auction clearance rate data for the week to 22nd February 2026 showed that of the 2,831 listed auctions across the country according to Cotality, 51% of those reported were sold. The number coming to market was higher this past week, as you would expect now the holiday period has passed, but if you … Continue reading "Hot Property Market: Or Not?"

So, on the surface at least, market reaction to news that the US Supreme Court has struck down President Donald Trump’s infamous tariff regime looks pretty muted. Actually, the world’s most important equity market was on track for an even better day until the Court’s decision was announced, and then dipped suddenly. Supreme Justice Gorsuch … Continue reading "Markets Look Past Tariff Mayhem For...

I am joined by Journalist Tarric Brooker to examine the latest data with a deep focus on what is happening to those aged 25-34, in terms of income, birth rates and other data. The demographic shocks keep coming, thanks to years of poor Government policy. The consequences for the country and other generations too are … Continue reading "Is Australia Doomed? With Tarric Brooker"

Mortgage Holders should brace for more hikes in the cash rate this year as today we got the latest data from the ABS relating to the Labour market, though perhaps savers can rejoice! There was no change in the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate which remained at 4.1 per cent in January, while the trend measure … Continue reading "Jobs, Jobs, Jobs, Means More Rate Hikes Incoming!"

I highlighted last week the arcane discussion in Senate estimates about measuring earnings growth across the Australian economy. Senator Canavan suggested there was some gaslighting going on as the RBA pivot away from the so called wage price index, to a measure which includes people shifting jobs, reported in the national accounts as average earnings. … Continue reading "15 Years Of “No Real...

This is an edit of a live show where I was joined by Robbie Barwick and we examined the current apparent rise of the Police State, the removal of civil rights, and greater corporate and political control. Where are we headed, and what can we do? Robert Barwick is the National Chairman of The Australian … Continue reading "DFA Live Q&A Replay: Australia’s Future In The Balance; Act Now! With...

In a special show I am joined by Jennie Tonner, a Licensed Conveyancer and President of the NSW Association, as well as property insider Edwin Almeida to explore the critical issues surrounding property transfers at the moment. Due to speed compression within the property industry, a poor understanding of the critical role a Conveyancer has, … Continue reading "Property Rant Special: Caveat...

First we have the latest round of auction clearance rates in from the weekend sales, from both Domain and Cotality. Of course, not all results have landed, and as I have explained before, agents are quick to report successful results, less so to admit failures. Cotality reported that the clearance rate which is calculated as … Continue reading "Don’t Get Caught As The Property Market Turns!"

Another week and more volatility, as fears over AI investment profiles and wildfire AI disruption rippled across sectors including insurance brokers, wealth advisors, real estate services and logistics. Conflicting economic indicators also amplified uncertainty, though in the end Gold remained a buttress against the storm. The Global MSCI Index was flat for the week, while … Continue reading...