Archive for tag: investing

Don’t Write Off the Market Just Yet

10 April, 2009 (01:05) | Uncategorized | By: Captain Social

Some people have a different perspective on stockmarket declines. They see the low stock prices as a chance to snare a good deal.
During times of market fluctuations, it is our natural instinct to protect our wealth and distance ourselves from risk. While this reaction is not surprising, it can also mean missing out on profitable [...]

Stock Market Turmoil Leaves Many Australian Retirees Worried

21 December, 2008 (01:10) | Uncategorized | By: Captain Social

The turmoil in the international stock markets is having a tragic impact on the retirement plans of many retired Australians.
For example, during September 2008, it was estimated by Super Ratings, a company that tracks the performance of super funds, that Australian super funds lost as much as 6% of their value. During the past year [...]