Category: Stock Market
The Problem with Australian Politics
I don’t mind talking about politics. Taxes, immigration and new legislation affects everyone. But there are so many problems with Aussie politics.
How to Avoid Being Misled by Market Updates
You probably know about Enron. Like most companies lured by returns, the company got greedy and took risks they couldn’t afford.
The Bear Hunter: Long Live the Bull Run
It’s a great time to be a Kiwi investor. But lately, the number of red flags compels many to be skeptical of the current trends’ sustainability.
Why Amazon is an Investor’s Dream
I like to romanticise great businesses. And Amazon.com, Inc. [NASDAQ:AMZN] has definitely been one of those over the years. Who would have thought Amazon, an online book store, would be what it is today.
Three Aviation Stocks About to Take Off
Today, we’ll take a look at several stocks in the aviation industry that could take off in the next few years.
Please Leave it to the Real ‘Activists’
Once the bastion of true competition — capitalism — is now at the behest of activists. It is the world of so-called ‘passive’ investing.
What the Humble Coho Salmon Can Teach Us
The economic cycle starts with rapid growth — a bull run. That’s what we’ve been experiencing in New Zealand for over a decade.
How Not to Invest
There’s a very powerful, yet simple idea Charlie Munger likes to practice: inversion. So maybe rather than asking, how should I invest? You should be asking, how should I not invest?
MAGA: Mission Accomplished?
Trump has made America great again. Or has he? Let’s look at the debt and inflation figures that the White House would prefer to keep hidden.
How to Make the Most From Your Investments
I want to share a powerful idea with you. It’s something I’ve talked about before. But it’s an idea that often needs reinforcing.
Why America Hasn’t Had a Raise in Forty Years
Believe it or not, the wage of the average American has risen by only 13 cents an hour annually since the beginning of this century. Here’s why.
How to Protect Your Capital
A wonderful business is one that can grow earnings no matter what’s happening around the world. And it’s not all that hard to find these businesses today.
Time Not in Your Favour? Look Out for These Opportunities
Start saving and invest early on! This means nothing if you’re on the final lap of your investing career. What can you do when time is not in your favour?
The Return of Political Risk
Just how much is political risk priced into stock markets right now? It’s an impossible question to answer. Things are about to get very interesting.
The Quest to Extend Human Lifespans
It is no secret that Thiel is quite passionate about trying to extend human lifespans. And Thiel is putting his money where his mouth is.