Investment Help in Australia can be a smart way to build your wealth and help protect against inflation. But it’s important to understand the risks and make sure your investment goals align with your financial circumstances. If you’re ready to start investing, it’s helpful to consider your risk appetite and how long you’re prepared to keep the money invested (your investment time horizon). A financial adviser can help you assess your current situation and set your financial goals. You can also get bite-sized learning and tips to build your investing confidence using the CommBank app or by searching ‘Investing hub’ on the ASX website.

The Australian Government has a very open investment policy with few restrictions on foreign portfolio investments. However, a foreign investor’s purchase of agricultural land greater than AUD 15 million may be subject to screening.

Where to Get Investment Support in Australia

Australia has a robust economy, skilled workforce, and trusted legal system, which make it a very attractive place to invest. The stock of foreign investment in Australia exceeds $735 billion. Foreign investment bolsters domestic savings and helps Australia reach its economic potential, generating more tax revenue to fund hospitals, schools, roads and other services.

Australian companies are highly productive and innovative, with leading global positions in industries such as gold, financial services, vaccines, agricultural chemicals, sheep/goat meat, and transportation services. The United States is Australia’s largest trading partner and there are over 12,000 Australian companies with operations in the U.S. Australian firms export a wide range of goods and services to the U.S., from raw materials to high-tech equipment.