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In the press
Who has the Midas touch? April 2012
Successful US businessman and investor, Warren Buffett, devoted a considerable portion of his letter to shareholders last month to the merits of gold. The wisdom he imparts should take the sheen off the shiny metal. Read full article Eurozone February 2012 Last year the focus of global financial markets was firmly fixed on the American economy. Recent economic data suggests that the underlying American economy is now actually in reasonably good shape and the global problem child has now become Europe. Read full article
Good apples are not always good investments December 2011 In this article we introduce you to a visionary leader who headed a company that once was at the forefront of innovation in their industry, but it is not a tribute to the late Steve Jobs. Read full article How "independent" is your financial adviser November 2011 Jumping through hoops is something the financial services industry is now used to – Authorised Financial Advisers (AFAs), in particular, are certainly used to it. In this article we outline how and why your financial adviser can truly call themselves "independent". Read full article
A winning investment strategy October 2011
News, like the share markets can be unpredictable. The recent volatility in the markets has demonstrated this, but that’s the way financial markets operate – they have periods of both downward and upward movements. Read full article Dealing with volatile markets September 2011
The media has continued to reference doom and gloom in the share markets, so it’s not surprising investors may be feeling anxious, fearful or even powerless. These are all natural emotions – after all it’s human nature to try and avoid losses. Read full article Strategies to reduce anxiety when investing in shares August 2011 Many investors experience various levels of anxiety when financial markets are volatile. The doom and gloom in the media can further increase this apprehension therefore it’s important to put some context around the market movements and recent falls. Read full article The day of reckoning June 2011 At a dinner party diners were being assailed by an apparently knowledgeable gentleman (John) who was providing a grim prognosis for the global economy for the next decades. Aside from killing the relaxed vibe of the occasion, John was keen to give the guests some free financial advice. Read full article Risks that are worth it May 2011 A wise man said that to profit without risk and to experience life without danger is like trying to live without being born. So which risks are worth taking? Read full article The luck of the Irish April 2011 Understanding the right way to invest often starts with reviewing bad investment decisions however the lessons will be less painful if we learn from the mistakes and experiences of others. Read full article People begged to invest with Madoff April 2011 A long list of wealthy investors both in the US and abroad have been shocked to learn that Bernard L. Madoff, a prominent and well-respected broker and money manager, has been accused of orchestrating one of the most extensive investment frauds in US history. Read full article Stewart steps down from Project K April 2011 Businessman Nick Stewart has stepped down from Foundation for Youth Development – Project K after three years as Chairman. Read full article A New Year but same stories February 2011 During the holiday period financial news is often hard to find so “new” stories are often reworked from previous publications. You may have seen articles in various magazines or newspapers during the last month or so, which seem familiar to ones you read at the same time last year. And despite what the holiday headlines suggest, there are no "quick wins" for a successful investment experience. Read full article Fee only advice avoids conflict January 2011 It wasn’t that long ago that “fee only” financial advisers were a novelty. Now the old brokerage model is gradually being replaced by fee only advice, which makes sense, as everything works best when the person you’re working for is the person who pays you. It avoids a conflict of interest and provides objectivity. Read full article Fool's gold November 2010 Gold has been increasing sharply in value over the past 18 months, however it is highly volatile and the sharp inclines are equalled in sharp declines, therefore it is not a commodity that delivers good returns over time.
Wheel of fortune October 2010 Lotto is a gamble and despite the remote chance of winning, it doesn’t stop Kiwi’s from queuing up to buy a ticket. Whilst most people treat this “gamble” as pure entertainment, excitement, or even the thrill of the chase to “win the big one”, those same attitudes are often bought to the stock market with disastrous results. Read full article Reaching for stars September 2010 Investors often seek external validation to ease the anxiety of putting their money at risk, however the problem is there is no guarantee that a "five-star" rating on a chosen fund will lead to a "five-star" investment experience. Read full article BP oil fiasco June 2010 The oil giant's plunging fortunes show why investors should not put all their eggs in one basket. Since the end of March, investors’ attention has been focused on Europe’s debt crisis and whether this will stop the global economic recovery in its tracks. During the last few weeks, however, another story has dominated the financial headlines: the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and the fallout from this for BP. For investors with large holdings in BP, it has been a stark reminder of the perils of placing all your eggs in one basket. Read full article |
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