ESG has become one of the most popular acronyms in the investing world, and a quickly growing trend. Few investors would put their hand up and say they want their investing to have a bad impact on the world around them.
There is evidence to suggest ESG funds perform better than funds without such a focus…
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There are always ASX stocks that are shorted by investors, willing to bet that a stock going down will continue to, or that a stock trending upward will correct itself. This is done by investors borrowing shares to sell at the current price, hoping to buy them back cheaper when their prices drop.
Short selling is…
With the 2025 Australian election approaching, investors are focusing on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) to understand how the election may impact market performance. Elections typically create some degree of market uncertainty, but the extent of that uncertainty varies significantly based on the political landscape, economic policies, and global economic environment.
Understanding the Election's Market Implications…
Tomorrow (April 2, 2025) is being touted as Liberation Day by the Trump administration. In many countries, the term is utilised for their liberation from oppressive regimes - often leading to that nation's newfound independence.
But this term is being employed for April 2 because it will free the United States from certain imported goods. During…
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…
The global economic landscape is ever-evolving, and one of the most significant contributors to market shifts in recent years has been the imposition of tariffs. During his presidency, Donald Trump introduced tariffs on a wide array of goods, mainly targeting China, to reduce the trade deficit and bolster American manufacturing. However, these tariffs have sparked…
6 ASX stocks that have received takeover bids already in 2025
Dropsuite (ASX:DSE)
Unlike other bids which we will list, this offer will be going ahead with this company having signed a binding deal and recommending to shareholders to vote for the transaction. It was not a big premium, with the share price being a…
The term “Trumpcession” has emerged recently as economists and political analysts speculate about a possible economic downturn linked to policies and decisions made during and after the Trump administration. As global trade disruptions continue to evolve, many are asking: Could these disruptions spark a global recession? Let’s explore the potential economic implications of these trade…
Elections are integral to any nation and influence economic policies, enterprise sentiment, and investor confidence. Australia’s federal elections have historically been recognised by increased market activity and often short-term volatility as investors assess potential changes to policy and economic direction.
But how do elections impact the Australian stock market? Do certain political parties tend to create…
How much longer will Star Entertainment stay afloat? By now it seems a fait accompli that Star Entertainment (ASX:SGR) will collapse - it is question of when and not if. It had a cash balance of $79m as at the close of CY24, is burning through $50m every month, its debtors have had a gutful…
