Share market

an economy of scale

What is an economy of scale?

Size really does matter, although the effect isn't always positive. Jessica Exton explains.

Check your point of view when funds are at stake

Check your point of view when funds are at stake

You might avoid costly investing or negotiating errors by remembering to put yourself in others’ shoes, notes Chris Dillow.

Striking out alone? Few own Bitcoin or other cryptocurrency – so far

Striking out alone? Few own Bitcoin or other cryptocurrency – so far

Bitcoin owners in Europe, the USA and Australia revealed. Here's who will buy into the trend over time.

Living on borrowed time when interest rates rise

Living on borrowed time when interest rates rise

Things may look fine now but change is inevitable. Will your investing approach stay on the money?

How should I invest now I’ve retired?

How should I invest now I’ve retired?

Kim asks: What’s the best portfolio mix for a 65 year old retiree (me)? I live in Canada.

Words from the wise – five investing quotes from Charlie Munger

Words from the wise – five investing quotes from Charlie Munger

For on-the-money tips from Buffett’s right-hand man, try a Mungerism.

How do inflation-protected bonds work?

How do inflation-protected bonds work?

Charles asks: How do inflation-protected bonds work? A fund that I follow with such instruments does not keep up with inflation.

Castles in the air – defensive “moats” and capital asset pricing

Castles in the air – defensive “moats” and capital asset pricing

Studies cast new light on defensive share tactics, investing risk and market rivalry.

billion dollars were paid by Disney to acquire rival media company Fox

billion dollars were paid by Disney to acquire rival media company Fox

a structured product

What is a structured product?

Divide your funds – and conquer your future

Divide your funds – and conquer your future

Separating your savings into different “buckets” can help bring your money goals nearer.

ethical investing

What is ethical investing?

You can avoid putting your money in companies that behave badly and invest in line with your values instead

How to steer a straighter course when investing

How to steer a straighter course when investing

Odysseus outfoxed the sirens by tying himself to the ship’s mast. You can cut other risks this way, notes Chris Dillow.

Rethink investing chances for your golden years

Rethink investing chances for your golden years

Investing can be complicated, they say. But don’t let that put you off.

billion dollars worth of bonds were issued by Tesla to fund its Model 3 electric car

billion dollars worth of bonds were issued by Tesla to fund its Model 3 electric car

Going up or just coming down? Beware of shares and price patterns

Going up or just coming down? Beware of shares and price patterns

Yes, share prices and markets convey information. But it's no easy matter to divine the true message.

“Yes, I might use robo-advice – but only if I keep control”

“Yes, I might use robo-advice – but only if I keep control”

What do people want when managing money? Study explores views on next-generation mobile tech.

ING International Surveys

Mobile Banking 2017 – Newer Technologies

Mobile Banking 2017 – Newer Technologies

the control premium

What is the control premium?

Investing in what you know – the pros and cons

Investing in what you know – the pros and cons

How popular investor advice can see us falling for common thinking traps.

When to buy the haystack – investing tips from John C Bogle

When to buy the haystack – investing tips from John C Bogle

As the Vanguard founder suggests, there’s no need to be too clever when thinking about the share markets.

Relatively risky or safe as houses? Juggle investments wisely

Relatively risky or safe as houses? Juggle investments wisely

Context is critical when deciding how to spread investment risk, says Chris Dillow

“When downpours occur, rush outdoors carrying washtubs” – and other Buffett investor gems

“When downpours occur, rush outdoors carrying washtubs” – and other Buffett investor gems

Might tips from a billionaire help the average person learn how to grow their finances through investing?

Should I set up investment fund portfolios for my children from birth?

Should I set up investment fund portfolios for my children from birth?

Rory asks: I have a 12-year-old and a seven-year-old, with another child on the way. I have heard it’s best to set up investment portfolios for young children. Is that true?

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