Is the metaverse dead? And what does this mean for metaverse stocks and ETFs?

December 17, 2024

3 years since Mark Zuckerberg famously rebranded Facebook as ‘Meta Platforms’, it seems the metaverse is all but dead. Just…

Is a Santa rally happening in 2024?

December 16, 2024

There is a stock market phenomenon known as a Santa rally. It doesn’t happen every year, and when it happens,…

NZX companies on the ASX: Here are 4 peculiar ASX stocks you probably didn’t know were NZX listed too

December 13, 2024

There are roughly 60 NZX companies on the ASX, equating to more than a third of the total number of…

Is a February rate cut from the RBA back on the table? There is hope

December 13, 2024

Mortgage holders hopefully of a February rate cut are a little more hopeful than they were a week ago, but…

Here’s why Proteomics (ASX:PIQ) shareholders should brace themselves for a big 2025!

December 12, 2024

Proteomics (ASX:PIQ) is one of the healthcare stocks to watch in CY25, because it has not one, not two, but…

Can companies face criminal charges? Yes they can!

December 12, 2024

Can companies face criminal charges? It is a complicated question, but not one that can be answered with a flat…

Why Gallium is Important and Which Stocks Are in It

December 11, 2024

Did you know that there are ASX explorers searching for Gallium? Did you even know this element existed? It is…

ANZ Bank Has Got a New CEO: What Will It Mean for Investors?

December 11, 2024

ANZ Bank has got a new CEO! Earlier this week, the bank announced that Nuno Matos, the current head of…

Where are Fortescue’s hydrogen ambitions at? This A$22m deal gives a big hint

December 11, 2024

Fortescue’s hydrogen ambitions have been well known, but what hasn’t been is how long it will take for the dreams…

What do investment banks do? Why are they such important players in the equity markets

December 11, 2024

What do investment banks do? It is a question worth considering as they are very big, and are very important…

Why the government gave Iluka $400m for its Eneabba rare earths refinery

December 10, 2024

The Australian government has made the right decision in committing funding of $400 million for Iluka Resources to further develop…

Australian mortgage brokers write 75% of loans – here’s why that’s important to bank investors

December 10, 2024

Think of Australian mortgage brokers and the famous Aussie ads that concluded with John Symond’s catchphrase, ‘At Aussie, we’ll save…

The Bitcoin price has surpassed US$100,000; and its all because of Donald Trump’s hire for the SEC

December 9, 2024

It finally happened – the bitcoin price exceeded US$100,000. It has been a spectacular run in 2024 with the digital…

The investment by GQG in Adani backfired – is its reputation tarnished for good?

December 6, 2024

12 months ago, the investment by GQG in Adani was something to admire about the company. It was an example…

So you’re considering buying shares for your children? Here’s what you need to take into account

December 6, 2024

If you are a parent considering buying shares for your children, it may seem like a good idea. And it…