THE dollar was more than half a cent lower at noon after the release of weaker than expected monthly retail sales figures.
THE share market continued to fall in morning trade, with major resource and financial stocks weighing on the main indices.
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EXPERTS say people who want to trade shares need a plan, some cash, and a good mentor.
IT'S a complex, confusing beast, but the share market can be simple for beginners to get a slice of action.
Everything from tax breaks to population growth will colour the financial landscape in the coming decade.
CONFIDENCE among investors has bounced back and wealthy Australians are leading the charge.
RESPONSIBLE investing isn't as simple as picking an "ethical'' managed fund and going with it.
The mortgage fund industry will need a restructure to lure back investors as billions remain frozen.
FUND managers believe the rally on the share market over the holiday season is sustainable and based on a fundamental recovery.