Dividend stocks are often considered to be the best starter stocks because they’re inherently safe investments compared to more volatile stocks. They’re associated with established companies that have plenty of profits to distribute back to shareholders. There’s just one problem - the best blue chip dividend stocks can be expensive! Share prices range from a [...]
You’ve probably heard about the benefits of penny stocks. They’re among the lowest barriers to entry of all investment vehicles. Yet, they still offer the potential for massive returns - which is why they’re considered some of the best starter stocks. But as with all stock picking strategies, you need to be aware of the [...]
THE MARKET IS ON TRACK! By the time you read this weekly Essay, the US election will be over. Over the last week, there has been a tremendous amount of discussion regarding who will win the US Presidential election and what the impact will be on the markets globally. Markets are forward looking and, chances [...]
You may recall the weekly Essay entitled “Buy Now Pay Later” on 17 July 2020 or the Essay on 16 July 2021 entitled “Afterpay and Its Looming Competition.” Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) stocks were running hot back in 2020 through 2021. Since 2021, Afterpay (APT.AX when it was listed) was acquired by Block Inc [...]
Whether you’re looking for a bit of extra income on the side or want to make a living investing full-time, day trading is one of the most popular approaches. It’s clear to see why, you can make solid returns each and every day, often in just a few hours of work. But when you’re first [...]
Getting started investing with a small account can be daunting. It feels like there’s no way to gain any traction when the best blue chip dividend stocks cost hundreds of dollars per share, if not thousands. But, there are ways you can start building a stock portfolio with just a little bit of capital. Sure, [...]
The RBA held rates at 4.35% in August, its sixth consecutive hold decision, signalling rate cuts are off the table for at least the next six months because underlying inflation is not tracking fast enough towards the RBA’s 2 – 3% target range. It now expects to reach the target towards the end of 2025 or [...]
It’s looking increasingly likely that the much anticipated Federal Reserve rate cut will happen this September. The Fed’s chair, Jerome Powell, recently gave a speech at Jackson Hole highlighting the cooling jobs market and downward payroll revision in addition to his confidence in inflation moving towards the Fed’s 2% target. Taken together, these factors [...]
In the world of investing, diversification is often touted as a key strategy for managing risk and maximizing returns. But for many retail investors, the concept of diversification can seem abstract or overwhelming. By leveraging sector analysis and tools like VectorVest, investors can create a well-balanced portfolio that stands the test of time. In [...]
