Insights

Scott Francis examines whether shipping containers, olive trees or whisky barrels have a place in your portfolio - and if they do, what to look out for.

Bitcoin's fallen out of favour this year as investors shun riskier assets but James Ling explains how Bitcoin's design means it has staying power.

"Do you know the only thing that gives me pleasure? It's to see my dividends coming in." - John D Rockefeller.

Steve Sammartino digs into why investors are increasingly looking at what is happening in small business as the Creator Economy moves from Main Street to Wall Street.

This webinar covered, why Australian investors are underweight in international equities, FX concerns, why should you diversify across international share markets, and how to get access to international equities.

In these days of high inflation and low wages growth, investments can be a valuable source of additional income though some returns are more tax-friendly than others.

Cash dividends can be a great source of income but utilising a Dividend Reinvestment Plan can help build your wealth. So, which is better? We look at the pros and cons.

From London, Jeremy Gaunt explains why the world's fourth most-traded currency has slumped since the new government's mini-budget and what it means for Britons and investors.

Every year tens of thousands of ordinary Australians lose money to conmen. We look at the original conman, and what you can do to keep your money safe.

What role do hybrids play in a diversified portfolio? How have they faired in a world of rising interest rates? We sit down with InvestSMART's Head of Funds Management and the Portfolio Manager of the InvestSMART Hybrid Income Portfolio, Alastair Davidson.

Theo Marinis takes the opportunity to go over some practicalities while lying outside an operating theatre on his near-deathbed. Having recovered, he shares what he realised.

The Rule of 72 is a handy tool that allows us to do quick compounding calculations. We show you what it is, and why it's useful for investors.

While super may seem confusing and ever-changing, it is a sure thing to help us enjoy a better lifestyle in retirement.

When Berkshire Hathaway's vice-chairman Charlie Munger found a book by Cicero praising old age, he 'went into orbit'. We look at why.

Robert Gottliebsen tells us what Fed signs we should be looking for, when retail sales momentum will falter and what is happening in Queensland.

Scott Francis examines the recent developments over providing more leeway for pensioners to earn income as well as the options for those moving towards retirement.