Archive for tag: investing

Don’t Write Off Investing in Shares Just Yet

10 April, 2009 (01:05) | Uncategorized | By: Hot Harry

Some people have a different perspective on stockmarket falls. They see the low stock prices as an opportunity to buy a cheap shares.
During times of economic change, it is our natural instinct to protect our investments and distance ourselves from risk. While this reaction is not surprising, it can also mean missing out on growth [...]

Stock Market Turmoil Leaves Many Australian Retirees Worried

21 December, 2008 (01:09) | Uncategorized | By: Hot Harry

The turmoil in the international stock markets is having a tragic impact on the retirement plans of many retired Australians.
For example, during September 2008, it was estimated by Super Ratings, a company that tracks the performance of super funds, that Australian super funds lost as much as 6% of their value. During the past year [...]