Investors wanting a good return on their assets would be looking for the trading platform with the lowest fees. We can't blame anyone for doing so. Brokerage fees can eat heavily into returns, especially for prolific investors. But just which platform has the lowest fees?   The trading platform with the lowest fees is... Stake at $3 per…

Many investors will have heard of the term 'performance rights', but may not know what they are. Although these are intangible assets, they could be the greatest incentive for a company's directors to steer it in the right direction.   What are the Best stocks to invest in right now? Check our buy/sell stock tips   What are Performance rights?…

Every now and then, ASX companies get recapitalised for varying reasons. Typically, the company is in a poor state being impacted by factors such as too much debt and too high costs. The case study of Virgin Australia depicts that it can be good for the company, giving it the opportunity for a fresh start. But,…

Companies issuing shares to directors inevitably leave shareholders with mixed feelings. On the one hand, directors are getting something essentially for free that they couldn't get. The other, they are getting further skin in the game and it is less of a cost than paying a bonus. But hang on, don't shareholders have no say in this?…

Should I trade CFDs? CFDs (contracts for difference) are a powerful trading tool that allow retail investors to speculate on the price of an underlying asset without actually owning it. CFDs allow traders to access markets beyond their usual scope, providing an ideal way to diversify portfolios and capitalize on potential market opportunities. But they are…

The ASX v US stocks debate is a common one among Australian investors - which exchange will generate better returns? Ultimately, it will depend on which stocks you invest in on either exchange. However, there's no debate that there are more opportunities amongst US stocks with more than triple the number of them. And the major…

With the ASX hosting more small-cap companies than large ones, the concept of shareholder dilution is one that investors should know about.   SIGN UP FOR THE STOCKS DOWN UNDER NEWSLETTER NOW!   What is shareholder dilution? Shareholder dilution refers to the reduction in the ownership percentage of a company's shareholders due to the issuance of new…

Many listed companies will have people dedicated to investor relations - either in-house staff or outside personnel from dedicated firms. Just what do they do for your company and how can you judge their success or failure?   What are the Best ASX Stocks to invest in right now? Check our buy/sell tips on the top Stocks…