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NZX companies on the ASX: Here are 4 peculiar ASX stocks you probably didn’t know were NZX listed too

There are roughly 60 NZX companies on the ASX, equating to more than a third of the total number of stocks on New Zealand's bourse. Some of these are obvious companies that many investors would automatically assume as being listed in New Zealand too, such as Air New Zealand and Auckland Airport. Two of Australia's…

ByNick SundichDecember 13, 20240Comments

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Is a February rate cut from the RBA back on the table? There is hope

Mortgage holders hopefully of a February rate cut are a little more hopeful than they were a week ago, but how hopeful should they be? Their fears of a rate hike have all but disappeared, although they don't know when they will see rate cuts. Rates are at 4.35% and have been for more than a…

ByNick SundichDecember 13, 20240Comments

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Here’s why Proteomics (ASX:PIQ) shareholders should brace themselves for a big 2025!

Proteomics (ASX:PIQ) is one of the healthcare stocks to watch in CY25, because it has not one, not two, but three diagnostic tests to be commercialised in Australia, the USA and Europe. It has been a long wait to get to this point, but investors can be confident that there is upside to be realised if…

ByNick SundichDecember 12, 20240Comments

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Can companies face criminal charges? Yes they can!

Can companies face criminal charges? It is a complicated question, but not one that can be answered with a flat out 'no'. Woolworths (ASX:WOW) New Zealand was criminally charged by the New Zealand Commerce Commission earlier this week along with 2 individual Pak'nSave outlets. We thought this was the perfect chance to explore this question.…

ByNick SundichDecember 12, 20240Comments

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Where are Fortescue’s hydrogen ambitions at? This A$22m deal gives a big hint

Fortescue's hydrogen ambitions have been well known, but what hasn't been is how long it will take for the dreams to be realised. Fortescue, a company that makes all of its money from selling iron ore to China, is keen to diversify given iron ore prices have never reached 2021 highs again. Fortescue wants a part…

ByNick SundichDecember 11, 20240Comments

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What do investment banks do? Why are they such important players in the equity markets

What do investment banks do? It is a question worth considering as they are very big, and are very important to equity markets. In the economy generally, they act as intermediaries that help companies, governments, and other entities raise capital, manage risk, and execute various financial transactions. But let's look at what they do in…

ByNick SundichDecember 11, 20240Comments

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Australian mortgage brokers write 75% of loans – here’s why that’s important to bank investors

Think of Australian mortgage brokers and the famous Aussie ads that concluded with John Symond's catchphrase, 'At Aussie, we'll save you!' Indeed they can save borrowers, because they (theoretically) shop around for the best deal for their customers. Everyone will name low interest rates as what they want, but it is also about other benefits offered…

ByNick SundichDecember 10, 20240Comments

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The Bitcoin price has surpassed US$100,000; and its all because of Donald Trump’s hire for the SEC

It finally happened - the bitcoin price exceeded US$100,000. It has been a spectacular run in 2024 with the digital currency more than doubling this year, putting it well ahead of most stock market indices and most other investable assets generally. Its total market capitalisation, at US$3.8tn, exceeds even Nvidia (NDQ:NVDA) and Apple (NDQ:AAPL), the…

ByNick SundichDecember 9, 20240Comments

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The investment by GQG in Adani backfired – is its reputation tarnished for good?

12 months ago, the investment by GQG in Adani was something to admire about the company. It was an example of a bold bet that had paid off given the returns it had made. But the charging of Adani boss Gautam Adani with fraud has had a knock-on effect to GQG. Why The investment by GQG…

ByNick SundichDecember 6, 20240Comments

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So you’re considering buying shares for your children? Here’s what you need to take into account

If you are a parent considering buying shares for your children, it may seem like a good idea. And it could be, because there are chances to generate returns impossible in any other asset class - you could pay for a house deposit, to pay off their HECS or maybe just to fund their Schoolies…

ByNick SundichDecember 6, 20240Comments

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NZX companies on the ASX: Here are 4 peculiar ASX stocks you probably didn’t know were NZX listed too

Is a February rate cut from the RBA back on the table? There is hope

Here’s why Proteomics (ASX:PIQ) shareholders should brace themselves for a big 2025!

Can companies face criminal charges? Yes they can!

Where are Fortescue’s hydrogen ambitions at? This A$22m deal gives a big hint

What do investment banks do? Why are they such important players in the equity markets

Australian mortgage brokers write 75% of loans – here’s why that’s important to bank investors

The Bitcoin price has surpassed US$100,000; and its all because of Donald Trump’s hire for the SEC

The investment by GQG in Adani backfired – is its reputation tarnished for good?

So you’re considering buying shares for your children? Here’s what you need to take into account

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