We're taking a look at what are bonds and what else investors should know about them.
Even if investors prefer to stick to higher-growth options such as equities, it is still worth knowing about bonds. This is because these asset classes can sometimes correlate with one another in certain circumstances. And they can give a useful…
Education
Here is Stocks Down Under's 5-step guide on How to Build a Stock Portfolio!
1. Define Your Investment Goals and Risk Tolerance
This may seem trivial, but it is still important. Investors need to consider why they are investing. Yes, we know you want to make money. But why? Do you want to buy a…
China Australia Relations are on the mend - if you had any doubts, the recent arrival of Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Australian soil should have put them to bed. It was the first by a Chinese premier in nearly a decade, and it may very well signal a new era of cooperation between these…
Have you ever considered investing in the NZX (New Zealand Exchange)? As the nearest overseas market to Australia (at least on the East Coast) it is certainly worth knowing about and it might suit some investors. However, there are both advantages and disadvantages with this market that are worth knowing before taking the deep dive.
Meet…
ESG investing in Australia is not just a fad, it is a fast growing trend that is here to stay. But what exactly is it and what are the best options for investors?
What is ESG investing?
ESG investing is an investment strategy that takes into account Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria in the selection…
The list of highest yielding ASX dividend stocks fluctuates substantially from year to year, and even from month to month. Sure, the list of companies that pay out the highest dividends rarely fluctuates - it is typically led by the Big Banks and Miners - but these are not necessarily the highest yielding. By yield,…
What are the best stocks to short if Trump Wins in November? We're not talking stocks to buy if Trump wins (although we have before), but stocks to short - in other words, stocks where you essentially bet they will fall.
Whatever happens in early November, it is inevitable that the media, analysts and certain fundies…
It is easy to forget there is such a thing as a bear market during long-run stock booms, but the threat always lingers. In fact, what makes market downturns damaging is that they occur after prolonged upturns and many who bought stocks will lose money on them.
Understanding bear markets is crucial for investors to navigate…
A profit warning out of a company is never a good sign for investors.
It is an official announcement made by a company that its current expected financial performance is lower than initially projected. This news will inevitably lead to a loss of confidence in the company by its investors and potential inquiries from regulators. In…
The Australian dollar (AUD) has experienced significant fluctuations over the past few years. As we look towards the end of 2024, the question on every investor's mind is whether the Australian dollar exchange rate will recover, especially now that Central Banks elsewhere in the world are starting to lower interest rates.
At the beginning of 2023,…
