Lockdown measures in Australia have now been put in place, and markets have reacted as the Australian Government has responded to the crisis. For nervous holders of Aussie equities, it’s worth remembering there are two situations to brace portfolios for: the course this pandemic will...
The spread of coronavirus has been followed by some of the biggest plunges in share markets since the global financial crisis (GFC), both here in Australia and around the world. There’s nothing new about a market correction, but for those close to retirement in can be...
You may hear about investment market volatility and think it has nothing to do with you, especially if you don’t own any investments, such as shares. So, it may surprise you to learn that most working Australians are investors in the share market through their super....
As the coronavirus disrupts economic markets worldwide, it can be particularly daunting for older Australians with accumulated investments to watch their dollars drop. But even amidst the current uncertainty there is still opportunity for you to maintain your wealth and support your family’s financial wellbeing...
As it goes, 2020 is unlikely to bring a period of prolonged stability that investors are hoping for.
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A question that comes up for many people saving for retirement is how best to invest when they only have small amounts of money available at a time.
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If the threat of a large-scale outbreak of an infectious disease isn’t enough to worry about, the financial implications of coronavirus is also making investors nervous. In this article, we share how coronavirus may impact investments and how investors can respond to market shocks....
When it comes to superannuation, most funds offer a range of investment options. If there’s one thing certain in life it’s change. And generally your attitude towards saving and investing will change as you get older. How your super is invested when starting your first job may...
When I was in my 20s, I flirted with dreams of becoming a race car driver or a foreign correspondent.
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How to build environmental, social and governance factors into your investments The climate change debate has made it to the top of the news agenda, with many Australians now considering what they can do to help the environment. For some, this will include making changes to...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.