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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What is the best US tech stock to buy now if you're an investor? Or perhaps the best Magnificent Seven stock? We think it is Alphabet (NDQ:GOOGL), which is the parent company of Google. With a US$2.1tn market cap, you might think any company of that size can't get any bigger - but we would…
'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…
Did you know that Spark New Zealand (ASX:SPK) one of the biggest telcos across the ditch, is listed on the ASX? If you don't you know now.
As an isolated country, staying connected has always been important, evident by the fact that in 1939, only Americans had more phones per capita than New Zealand. But that…
It seems the Tech Wreck is finally over as plenty of technology stocks have been rebounding, although Firstwave Cloud Technology (ASX:FCT) hasn't. One of the arguable reasons is that investors think the company has not changed from what it was a few years ago. The reality is that even though the company has the same…
Will the RBA cut rates in February? That's the question on everyone's minds. The board will hold its first meeting for the year on February 17-18 and everyone wants to know if a rate cut will happen. Only time will tell. There are also some important metrics to be released in the next month including…
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…
For Australian investors and traders, staying informed about stock market news is essential for making smart decisions. With a range of websites now providing real-time data, expert analysis, and market insights, investors have the tools to navigate the ever-changing world of stocks. This article highlights five of the most reliable websites offering stock market news…
