Addressing the ASX decline is a question that has been considered for many months now. In 2023-24, more companies left the ASX in the past 2 years than any 2 year period since the 1990s recession - whether being brought out by private equity or a big industry player, delisting to a penny stock exchange…
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ESG investing is becoming increasingly popular with investors. But as this happens, it begs the question as to just how you can tell if an applicable stock or fund is ESG friendly?
So how can I tell if my stock or fund is ESG compliant?
As tough as it is to disappoint our readers, there is no…
'The investor who says, "This time is different," when in fact it’s virtually a repeat of an earlier situation, has uttered among the four most costly words in the annals of investing'. This quote was said by John Templeton’s in his work '16 rules for Investment Success'.
Why Templeton thought 'This Time is Different' was…
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…
Should you use your tax cut to invest in stocks? With another unexpected round of tax cuts starting from the middle of next year, unveiled in the federal budget earlier this week, this is a question facing many. This round isn't that large - only $536 a year and little over $10 a week by…
Let's take a look at Emerging markets for stock investors in Australia to consider. Australians looking to offshore markets may consider the US and New Zealand first, with perhaps Western Europe thereafter.
However, if investors expand their horizons to emerging markets, there's plenty of additional opportunity. Investors can buy these companies directly or can invest in…
Like it or not, ASX stocks will need to Climate report from 2025. In other words, they will need to include climate-related information in their financial reports. In late March 2024, amendments to the Corporations Act were tabled in parliament, facilitating this.
'A rigorous, internationally‑aligned and credible climate disclosure regime will support Australia’s reputation as an…
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…
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…
The ASX Schools Sharemarket Game is on again! And it is a great way for school students to be introduced to the strategic functioning of the share markets. But just because you're not using actual money, it doesn't mean you should take it seriously. This blog will identify the best practices to assist you in…
