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The FTSE 100 is the London Stock Exchange’s most known index, but the mid-cap FTSE 250, has outperformed it for two decades. So which FTSE index fund could suit which investors, and why are some UK and European companies shunning the LSE, choosing the US share markets instead?

The NZX is New Zealand’s stock exchange with a rich 150 year history. Today its benchmark index the NZX 50, is considered by some as being less volatile than the ASX 200, and possibly lower risk than the S&P 500. Discover more about Te Paehoko o Aotearoa.

Financial wellbeing is wellbeing, and small steps today can help you reach your goals faster and reduce stress along the way. Here are 5 simple steps to help get your money working smarter and take the worry away.

At 94 years young, famous US investor Warren Buffett has learned a few painful billion dollar lessons along the way. But the man famous for enjoying McDonald’s for brekkie and Dairy Queen on Sunday is still not afraid to fail.

The ASX, or Australian Securities Exchange, is renowned for its strong focus on the banking and mining sectors and its good market depth and liquidity. With a history dating back to the 1800s, today it features in the top 20 largest stock exchanges in the world.

What’s the difference between custodial share ownership - giving investors hands-off management - versus direct ownership allowing investors more control and self administration?

Do you pay tax when you buy or sell shares in NZ? It’s not always straightforward. From dividends to the $50,000 FIF rule, this guide explains how tax on shares works so you can invest with confidence.

The word vanguard means ‘a group of people leading the way in new developments or ideas’. So does the investment firm behind the Vanguard S&P 500 live up to their name?

The Dow goes up… the Dow goes down… but even experienced investors may not understand what the Dow is, how it’s calculated and why it’s so influential. We get Dow-n into the detail of this prominent index so next time it hits the headlines, you’re infomed.

Warren Buffet’s Berkshire Hathaway lists on the New York Stock Exchange, and so do some of the world’s most well-known brands. Find out what makes the NYSE the exchange of choice for the blue-chip companies, and why you’ll never confuse it for the Nasdaq again.

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.

For beginners learning how to invest in stocks, it can feel like the first day in a new job: exciting and full of possibilities but pretty overwhelming! If you’re ready to put your money to work, our guide to investing for beginners can help you learn how to invest.