Money
Investing
Advance Nanotek provides impetus for new Shares Race leader
The shares race is a tale of two stocks, but there is a long way to go in the six week race
- by John Collett
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Web culture
Consumer education critical to avoiding scammers
The challenge for all of us is that many of our normal, day-to-day communications require something to be downloaded.
- by Noel Whittaker
Superannuation
Outdated financial products leave consumers trapped
At least $162 billion of retirement savings are in out-of-date superannuation investment options, where balances are vulnerable to high fees and poor performance
- by John Collett
Women at work
Worry and lack of confidence top barriers for women investing
Women are worried that they feel less likely, or don’t know, if they are on track to achieve their financial goals
- by Emily Chantiri
Australian economy
You’re better off than you think
Being an optimist isn’t the same as saying “Things couldn’t possibly be better”. It’s saying “Despite the things that could be better, we’re doing pretty well”
- by Scott Phillips
Shares
A slowing economy leaves yield chasers exposed
The companies favoured by small investors will find it harder to grow their profits and to maintain their dividends if the economy continues to slow
- by John Collett
Social responsibility
The importance of culture for investors
Numerous studies demonstrate that companies with positive workplace culture consistently deliver superior returns to investors.
- by Catherine Robson
SMSFs
SMSFs snap up bargains amidst market pullback
SMSFs used the bearish market as an opportunity to pick up quality blue-chip companies that are often seen as expensive.
- by Stephen Miles
Shares
Monday morning blues sees investors dump shares
An analysis of when small investors buy and sell shares reveals a pattern that suggests their mood plays a significant role in the timing.
- by John Collett
Shares Race
Shares Race portfolios rocket as Splitit catches fire
It is only week one of the new six-week shares race but the field has already begun to spread.
- by John Collett
First-home buyers
Women are more likely than men to own a home
Women are more likely to own their home than men and they entering the property market younger than men.
- by Caitlin Fitzsimmons