How to cope with the topsy turvy share market. The value of worldwide shares in a certain industry grew more than 52 per cent in the year ending last October. Why didn’t we hear more about it? A clue might lie in the fact that the industry was information technology — infamous for its volatility.
Scattering the seeds: By diversifying, you reduce risk but not returns. Also in this issue: From the Mailbox — Some people over-save for retirement.
Investor beware!: How to spot a rip-off or scam. Also in this issue: From the Mailbox — Plans for single mother of 41.
3rd big question: When? — How should you time your investing? Also in this issue: From the Mailbox — Where to invest while saving for a car.
Time is Money: A basic principle that helps you understand investing. Also in this issue: Great Debate — Revolving credit v traditional mortgages.
First things first: How much should you invest in bonds, shares, property and so on? Also in this issue: Great Debate: NZ v international shares.
Emotions and investing: The way we feel affects our investing in ways we are not aware of. Also in this issue: Great Debate — Term deposits v corporate bonds.
Don’t bail out: Even when the market falls, stick with your long-term investments. Also in this issue: Great Debate — Trading v buy and hold.
Getting into gear: Borrowing to invest makes a good investment better and a bad investment worse. Also in this issue: Great Debate — Fixed v floating mortgages.