In this article we look at the concept of Beta in relation to stocks. Beta (sometimes represented by the figure β) is a measure used in finance that compares the volatility of a stock's returns to the overall market. It is an important metric for investors as it helps them understand how risky a particular stock is…

Most investors will have heard of government bonds and know that they are important to financial markets. But not all investors will know why they are so important and why they fluctuate all the time. We will seek to answer these questions here.   What are government bonds? Government bonds, also known as treasury bonds or treasuries, are…

The Lehman Brothers collapse in September 2008 was one of the major triggers for the global financial crisis. This event sent shockwaves through the entire world economy, leading to a widespread economic downturn and plunging many countries into recession. But why did the failure of just one company have such far-reaching consequences? To understand this, we…

It is officially AGM Season! This is because most companies hold their AGMs (Annual General Meetings) in the next couple of months, because they are required to within 5 months after the end of their chosen financial year and that deadline is the end of November for companies that use the July-June financial year. In this…

Why do ASX companies raise capital at a discount? This is a question many investors ask when they are diluted and one we seek to answer in this article.   Why raise capital at a discount? The answer lies in the laws of supply and demand. When companies issue new shares of stock, they are essentially increasing…

We thought we'd have a bit of fun with our ASX stocks focus for a change. We've watched some companies closer than others and have found parallels between their fates and a number of memorable Simpsons clips. And so, here are 9 such companies whose current fortunes (whether good or bad) align perfectly with Simpsons clips. Note:…

If investing in resources stocks (particularly junior explorers) is too risky, another option is investing in metal exchanges. But is this a better option?   What are the best stocks to buy right now? Check out our top 4 stock picks [sg_popup id="23914" event="click"][/sg_popup]     What are metal exchanges? Metal exchanges are physical marketplaces where traders can buy, sell and trade…