In today's episode, we clarify the misconceptions surrounding a rumored U.S. federal stimulus program and explore the targeted state initiatives that are actually in place. We also delve into the Australian life insurance industry's regulatory reforms aimed at improving transparency and consumer protection. Finally, we analyze the global equity markets' resilience amidst geopolitical tensions, focusing on economic data and trade developments as key drivers. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://apiapsmiphacon2024.com/the-1000-stimulus-check/https://www.q417.org/725-stimulus-check/https://govtschemes.co/1800-stimulus-payment-2025/https://www.marca.com/en/lifestyle/us-news/personal-finance/2025/06/11/684943c822601d081d8b45b6.htmlhttps://www.ifa.com.au/risk/35834-regulators-signal-more-work-ahead-on-sustainable-life-insurance-premiumshttps://riskinfonz.co.nz/2025/06/10/call-for-insurer-transparency-and-product-innovation/https://www.gtlaw.com.au/insights/boardroom-brief-week-commencing-9-june-2025https://www.apra.gov.auhttps://www.chatswood.co.nzhttps://www.lseg.com/en/insights/ftse-russell/shifting-sands-in-global-equities-return-drivers-point-to-potentially-higher-volatility-and-dispersionhttps://www.vontobel.com/en-us/insights/us-investment-insights/16-june-2025/https://www.home.saxo/content/articles/macro/weekly-market-recap-what-s-ahead---16-june-2025-16062025https://www.capitalgroup.com/individual-investors/tw/en/insights/articles/2025-midyear-stock-market-outlook.htmlhttps://www.ainvest.com/news/volatility-roller-coaster-navigating-market-uncertainty-june-2025-2506/https://www.investopedia.com/dow-jones-today-06112025-11752285https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/stock-market-news-jun-13-2025