Archive for tag: investing

Don’t Write Off Investing in Shares Just Yet

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

Some investors have a different perspective on stockmarket declines. They see the low stock prices as an opportunity to get a cheap shares.
During times of economic fluctuations, it is our natural instinct to guard our wealth and distance ourselves from risk. While this reaction is not surprising, it can also mean losing out on profit [...]

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 [...]