Archive for tag: investing

Don’t Write Off Shares Just Yet

10 April, 2009 (01:05) | Uncategorized | By: Randy Jones

Some investors have a different view on sharemarket slumps. They see the low stock prices as an opportunity to grab a bargain.
During times of economic change, it is our natural instinct to protect our wealth and distance ourselves from risk. While this reaction is unsurprising, it can also mean losing out on profitable opportunities created [...]

Stock Market Turmoil Leaves Many Australian Retirees Worried

21 December, 2008 (01:09) | Uncategorized | By: Randy Jones

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 [...]