Investing

Build a solid foundation in investing principles with our educational articles.

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Amanda Broughton
June 28, 2023

How to invest: diversifying your investment portfolio

Diversity in its many forms, is widely considered as a factor in increasing investment performance. So how do you put portfolio diversification into practice? The old ‘eggs in one basket’ analogy has become a cliché, but it works.
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Belinda Nash
August 22, 2023

What’s the difference between saving and investing?

Not sure whether you should save your money or invest it? We’ve covered the definition of saving money, and given a solid investment definition along with pros and cons of each, so you can decide what works for you.
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September 14, 2022

ETF vs Stocks: What’s the difference?

You’ve done your research and you’re vibing the confidence to start investing your money. You start exploring your options and immediately hit a wall of jargon. What exactly are stocks? Or ETFs? Is one better than the other?
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Amanda Broughton
March 28, 2023

How compounding growth and compound interest works

Considered the eighth wonder of the world, compounding interest or compounding growth is when your money makes money faster and faster over time. Here’s how you could reap the rewards of compounding interest and put your money to work.
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Belinda Nash
September 19, 2023

Day trading: Is it hazardous to your wealth?

Hollywood’s made day trading look exciting - after all, watching someone invest for their retirement wouldn’t make a thrilling movie or give us Leo’s epic one-liners - but perception (and Hollywood) may not be reality. Let’s unpack the pros and cons of day trading, unravelling regulations and tax obligations.
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Amanda Broughton
June 29, 2023

What is dollar-cost averaging?

Dollar-cost averaging (DCA) is an investment strategy that can help manage risk. Learn how dollar cost averaging works so you can decide if this strategy suits your investment goals.
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