How to use the zero-based budget method

How to use the zero-based budget method By Vanguard The basics   This is a good strategy for people who focus on the details and like to track where all their dollars are being spent. To achieve our financial goals, we need to know where our money is going. This is why having a budget…

How to budget using the pay-yourself-first method

How to budget using the pay-yourself-first method By Vanguard The basics Here’s three simple steps to create a budget that involves paying yourself before paying your bills. To achieve our financial goals, we need to know where our money is going. This is why having a budget is so important. What’s even more important is…

Our investment and economic outlook, October 2025

Our investment and economic outlook, October 2025 By Vanguard Markets and economy   Our latest forecasts for investment returns and region-by-region economic outlook   Australia Modest disinflation, tight labour market warrant caution “We expect the Reserve Bank of Australia to maintain a cautious monetary policy stance, with any future easing likely to proceed at a…