Israel’s strikes on Iran, and the subsequent responses, led to the typical "risk off" moves professional investors usually make when faced with uncertainty. But what exactly does "risk off" mean and how relevant is it for retail investors? Should you be risk off too or should you ride out geopolitical uncertainty?
Few would've predicted Israel would've…
Real Estate
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…
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…
Falling interest rates will have an impact on the Australian economy - otherwise, no one would care. But as Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) enters a downward cycle after a prolonged period of hikes aimed at combating inflation, it begs the question of what this means for Australia’s housing market and its many related industries?…
'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…
Goodman Group (ASX:GMG), the ASX's biggest industrial property player, is making a shift into the world of data centres.
On one hand, this could be a good opportunity for Goodman given it can surmount the high barriers to entry and because the demand for data storage is sky-high. On the other hand, this won't come cheap…
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…
There's hope for equity markets in 2025
When the market is crashing as hard as it has been doing in the last few trading sessions, not many investors want to look too far out or think about upside scenarios in the medium term. And that is probably the case this time around as well with…
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…
Rural Funds Group (ASX: RFF) is an intriguing investment option, particularly for those interested in Australia's agricultural sector. With a portfolio spanning various agricultural assets, including cropping, livestock, and water rights, RFF offers a diversified approach to investing in agriculture. However, given the volatile nature of agricultural markets, fluctuating commodity prices, and ongoing economic shifts…
