Money
Investing
Analysis
ETFs
Eager investors push Australian ETF market to near $200 billion
The Australian-listed ETF market has almost doubled in value during the past three years, partially due to a strong showing from bitcoin-linked funds.
- by John Collett
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Opinion
Superannuation
Why the Coalition’s super-for-housing plan is a terrible idea
The Coalition is again spruiking its plan to let young people use super to buy housing. Let me list the (many) reasons this is a terrible idea.
- by Victoria Devine
Analysis
Collectables
Why more people are investing in – and wearing – vintage fashion
Buyers don’t just want to shop sustainably – they want to own a piece of history.
- by Stephen Crafti
Opinion
Investing
Why young Australians are flocking to US shares to build wealth
By the year’s end, American and global shares could account for a combined 70 per cent of younger investors’ portfolios.
- by Nick Nicolaides
Opinion
Money psychology
Why you don’t have to be smart to be wealthy
Somehow, we’ve associated ‘clever’, needlessly complex behaviours with accruing wealth. But there’s a big problem with this narrative.
- by Paridhi Jain
Opinion
Ask an expert
What’s the best way to save for my kid’s private school fees?
If you’re planning to put money aside for your child’s future school fees, there’s one investment option that makes the most sense.
- by Noel Whittaker
Analysis
Ethical investing
More want to invest ethically, but one thing’s holding them back
Many investors say they lack confidence in being able to select truly ethical investments, amid a crackdown on greenwashing.
- by John Collett
Analysis
Investing
Six ways to help build a home deposit faster
Every dollar counts when you’re on the road to buying a home, so here are some options that could help bolster your savings.
- by Nina Hendy
Opinion
Ask an expert
I want to retire early. How do I plan for this financially?
It’s important to get your priorities straight when planning an early retirement.
- by Paul Benson
Analysis
Investing
How to almost treble your investment returns without thinking
The lure of capital gains should not blind newbie investors to the powerful compounding effect of dividends.
- by John Collett
Opinion
Household debt
Good, bad, or just okay? How to know when to take on debt
Any debt is bad if you can’t pay it back, but some debts are better to have than others.
- by Grace Bacon