Why I’m sticking with shares for the long term — despite recent research: Provocative email from a listener; Research suggests cash deposits beat shares; Quibbles and serious concerns about the research; Best ways to invest in shares; Why I think shares will always win in the long term.
Q&As: Ethical investing can be effective — even if it’s not done perfectly; KiwiSaver tax credit continues if you’re overseas briefly; Deduction of overseas pension from NZ Super the only fair way.
Q&As: Rates postponement a good option for couple; Fraud investigator writes about scams…; …And so does a victim; Vanguard not the only US index fund option.
Q&As: Steer clear of Hong Kong share pitch; Hedging applies to most KiwiSaver investors; A way to hedge an index fund investment.
Q&As: Thai retirement not so cheap; Buffett not unbalanced; 3 Q&As on investing in international index funds.
Q&As: The richest ones don’t look rich; Why index share fund fees are higher in NZ; Another way to invest in Smartshares; Why NZ investors are hit particularly hard by inflation.
Q&As: Smartshares are a good way to get into share investing…; …And they beat mortgage repayment for one reader; Who worries more, rich or poor retirees?; Retirement Commissioner seeks your thoughts.