Archive for tag: investing

Don’t Write Off the Share Market Just Yet

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

Some people have a different view on sharemarket falls. They see the low stock prices as a chance to invest in a good deal.
During times of economic turbulence, it is our natural instinct to guard our wealth and distance ourselves from risk. While this reaction is not surprising, it can also mean losing out on [...]

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 [...]