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The Alpha of a stock: Here’s why it is important for investors to know

The Alpha of a stock is another important investing metric that stock investors need to know about. In this article, we look at what it is and why investors need to know it. What is the alpha of a stock? Alpha, also known as the Jensen's alpha (after the famous American economist who devised the concept…

ByNick SundichMay 16, 2025

Directors duties: Here’s what ASX company directors owe their investors

Some investors may think the only Directors duties are to 'create shareholder value'. Maybe in their eyes, but not the eyes of the law. Things happen in business that are outside the control of a company and its directors and the law acknowledges that. But of course, there are occasions when directors can act to…

ByNick SundichMay 14, 2025

The $3m super tax is coming! If you’re invested in equities, here is how it might impact you

It seems during the next 3 years, the $3m super tax will be officially a thing. Itwas blocked by the Senate and shelved by the government, until after the next election. Treasurer Jim Chalmers explicitly labelled it 'unfinished business'. Now that Labor has been re-elected, and it needs only obtain the support of the Greens in…

ByNick SundichMay 9, 2025

Warren Buffett is retiring, will hand the top job at Berkshire to Greg Abel by the end of 2025. Here’s what you need to know

After many decades at the helm of Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett is retiring. After founding his empire in 1965, he built it into a US$1tn+ empire owning many of America's best companies and profiting off them. But of course, all good things must come to an end - at least a tenure led by the…

ByNick SundichMay 5, 2025

Here are 4 of the worst red flags for stocks that you need to watch out for

Investors should always be on the look out for red flags for stocks. We're talking about subtle signs that may not appear to mean much in isolation, but could indicate that you have a bad company and you need to get out of it before you risk making a big loss on your investment. Here 4…

ByNick SundichMay 5, 2025

Here are 6 of the best mergers and acquisitions on the ASX and 6 of the worst deals!

Mergers and acquisitions on the ASX happen all the time. From the perspective of the company being bought out, they will often be content with the cash, but may occasionally perceive that they could make more cash by 'fighting the good fight' themselves. From the buyer's perspective, it is always a case of 'caveat emptor', buyer…

ByNick SundichApril 28, 2025

Anti Woke ETFs: Do they practice what they preach and have they outperformed since Trump’s return to power?

Have you ever heard of so-called 'Anti Woke ETFs'? If you're sick of companies that are big on ESG, this could be something for you to consider. But do Anti Woke ETFs really practice what they preach, should you consider investing in them and what does the Trump administration's second term mean for them? What are…

ByNick SundichApril 24, 2025

Capital Gains Tax on Stocks: Here’s what you need to know

Investors may be liable to pay Capital Gains Tax on Stocks, but may not know the nuances of how it works. So for the sake of such investors, we thought we'd write up a brief guide about how it works and what investors need to know. Please note that the content in this article is general…

ByNick SundichApril 17, 2025

When do you know it’s time to ‘buy the dip’? You could be catching a falling knife

'Buy the dip' - have you ever heard that term? It implies that when a company's share price 'dips' or decreases, investor can make money by taking advantage of buying a company at a lower price. Theoretically, this is a good way to make money, but it is also a very risky way because a company's share…

ByNick SundichApril 14, 2025

Is free brokerage too good to be true? Here’s how stock brokers make money off you

Free brokerage is one of the key promises used by brokers to attract new clients. As one of the biggest costs of share trading, especially for prolific traders, this can sound appetising. But is this too good to be true? Yes and No. It is indeed correct that some brokers offer trading on international shares without…

ByNick SundichApril 11, 2025

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The Alpha of a stock: Here’s why it is important for investors to know

Directors duties: Here’s what ASX company directors owe their investors

The $3m super tax is coming! If you’re invested in equities, here is how it might impact you

Warren Buffett is retiring, will hand the top job at Berkshire to Greg Abel by the end of 2025. Here’s what you need to know

Here are 4 of the worst red flags for stocks that you need to watch out for

Here are 6 of the best mergers and acquisitions on the ASX and 6 of the worst deals!

Anti Woke ETFs: Do they practice what they preach and have they outperformed since Trump’s return to power?

Capital Gains Tax on Stocks: Here’s what you need to know

When do you know it’s time to ‘buy the dip’? You could be catching a falling knife

Is free brokerage too good to be true? Here’s how stock brokers make money off you

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