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nzx-50 sector stock performance

NZX-50 sector and stock performance 2013-2018

by Raghav Singh | Feb 5th 2019

We examine the returns of stocks in New Zealand’s NZX-50 index and the corresponding returns for each sector over the last 5 years (2013-2018).

ASX IPO Return 2018

ASX IPOs in 2018 averaged 8% return 1 month after listing

by Tim Eisenhauer | Jan 29th 2019

Despite some reports about the death of IPOs, analysis reveals opportunities for investors to reap significant returns from a simple and systemic approach.

ASX-300 historical performance

ASX-300 sector and stock performance 2013-2018

by Raghav Singh | Jan 29th 2019

We examine the returns of stocks in Australia’s ASX-300 index and the corresponding returns for each sector over the last 5 years (2013-2018).

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Aussie Firebug podcast interview with Sharesight CEO

by David Olsen | Jan 23rd 2019

Sharesight user and FIRE investing advocate Aussie Firebug speaks with Sharesight CEO Doug Morris on the Aussie Firebug podcast about performance, tax and FIRE.

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8 New Year's resolutions for investors in 2019

by Angela Thompson | Jan 16th 2019

If getting your portfolio in order is a resolution for you this year, here are 8 very specific things you can do to help you get there.

TSX-60 performance

TSX-60 sector and stock performance 2013-2018

by Raghav Singh | Jan 15th 2019

In this post, we’re examining the returns of stocks in Canada’s TSX-60 index and the corresponding returns for each sector and key stocks in the index.

ways to maximise investment returns

5 ways to maximise returns in a low-return world

by Doug Morris | Jan 7th 2019

To maximise returns, investors need to be smart about minimising investment costs. Let's explore how you can reduce costs, and maximise returns in 2019:

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High returns - the market for marijuana

by David Olsen | Dec 12th 2018

With Canada recently becoming the second country to legalise recreational marijuana, we explore the world of cannabis and the share market.

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Diary of a small cap growth investor

by Claude Walker | Dec 10th 2018

Claude Walker from Ethical Equities shares his experience as a small cap growth investor, and looks at his performance over the last two years.

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What to look for when buying ETFs

by Steve Bull | Dec 9th 2018

Like most things in life, not all ETFs are created equal. Below Steve Bull from ETF Watch highlights 5 things investors should look out for when buying ETFs.

5 paths to investment diversification

Five paths to investment diversification

by Doug Morris | Dec 7th 2018

Ensuring that you are adequately diversified helps you ride out the ups and downs of financial markets by spreading your money across different investments.

Sharesight SMSF

Issues that could make or break SMSFs in 2019

by Prashant Mohan | Dec 5th 2018

2019 is going to be a challenging year with several headwinds for SMSFs - according to the speakers at the SMSF association's end of year lunch.