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Investment adages that don't make sense
Personal Finance
Investment adages that don't make sense
There are four investment bromides that can be safely ignored, and yet they will never become extinct.
John Rekenthaler | 30 December 2019
One simple trick that will help you invest better
Personal Finance
One simple trick that will help you invest better
Here’s how you can use the laws of psychological distance to your advantage.
Sarah Newcomb, Ph.D | 26 September 2019
Beware the hype of the thematic ETF
ETFs
Beware the hype of the thematic ETF
A well-spun narrative about a seemingly plausible investment opportunity can cause investors to ignore facts and lose their ability to make sound...
Daniel Sotiroff | 22 March 2019
How to uncover your real investment goals
Personal Finance
How to uncover your real investment goals
A simple behavioural nudge can help people discover what they truly want.
Steve Wendel | 06 March 2019
Why a share price slump does not always mean buy
Video
Why a share price slump does not always mean buy
Disciplined investors always urge others to buy on the dips - but not all stock market falls create buying opportunities.
Dan Kemp | 09 January 2019
Beware the January effect and other investing myths
Personal Finance
Beware the January effect and other investing myths
At this time of year, you’ll hear a slew of common investing myths, like the 'January effect'. Learn why you should be sceptical about seasonal...
Jason Prowd | 07 January 2019