Investing essentials

What is an FPO? How is it different from an IPO?
July 11, 2021 01:09 AM AEST| By AshishSummary A follow-on public offering (FPO) refers to issuance of stocks to investors by a company already listed on the stock exchange. The issuance of additional shares via FPO happens after the initial public offering (IPO). An IPO is general.....

Best indicators for cryptocurrency
July 09, 2021 08:48 PM AEST| By Alex Harper (Guest)For experienced crypto users, it’s been a hell of a ride. Five years ago, there were around 500 cryptocurrencies. Today, after a period of dizzying growth, there are up to 8,000 coins in circulation. This has its own upside. Witness the abilit...

A snapshot of the Alternative Investment Market
July 09, 2021 04:28 PM AEST| By Kamalika GhoshSummary The AIM is a sub-market of the LSE that was launched with the aim to help small and medium-sized companies. Initially in 1995, only 10 companies were listed on the AIM with approximately £82 million of market capitalisation......

Which are top five super funds in Australia?
July 07, 2021 06:32 PM AEST| By AshishSummary Superannuation is a company pension program for the benefit of its workforce after retirement. Under this type of long-term investment, the employer contributes a fixed amount regularly. The employees can use the funds if they do not h.....

Why should one invest in penny stocks?
July 07, 2021 11:25 AM AEST| By Sonal SinhaSummary Despite the considerable risk, penny stocks have the potential to generate a massive profit at a faster rate. Investing in penny stocks gives one an option to add niche businesses in one’s portfolio that could have substantial pot.....

What is an ASX hybrid? What are its risks and benefits?
July 07, 2021 08:53 AM AEST| By AshishHybrid securities are those financial instruments that have features of both debt and equities. Hybrid securities pay a rate of return, generally higher than bank term deposits or certain corporate bonds, until a certain period. They offer a higher.....

How to invest in index funds?
July 06, 2021 07:31 AM AEST| By AshishIndex funds refers to a fund which tracks a stock market index such as the ASX 200. These funds seek to imitate the performance of a benchmark, by managing the same allocation and underlying securities, irrespective of the state of the markets. &n.....
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Why should you become debt-free before starting long-term investments?
July 06, 2021 01:20 AM AEST| By AbhijeetSummary People often consider a mix of assets for building a desirable retirement corpus Other than retirement, a person has to make arrangements for a number of things Investing for the long-term requires a disciplined plan with which you.....
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Can intraday stock market trading make you rich?
July 02, 2021 01:19 AM AEST| By AbhijeetSummary People looking forward to making quick fortunes often consider day trading Not all of intraday traders end up with gains as they had expected initially There is a small proportion of day traders who benefit from the intraday deals .....

What should I look for while investing in stocks?
July 02, 2021 12:47 AM AEST| By AbhijeetSummary Stock market investment is one of the most lucrative money-making There is certain scope of loss if a person is unaware of the fundamentals Stock market investment is one of the most lucrative money-making ways co.....

Which are the seven best ETFs on ASX for growth?
June 30, 2021 07:09 AM AEST| By AshishSummary An exchange traded fund (ETF) is a kind of security that tracks an index, sector, commodity, or other asset but which trades on the stock exchange just like a regular stock. ETFs can have all types of investments such as stocks, commodi.....

Which are five widely used penny stock screeners in Australia?
June 29, 2021 03:03 PM AEST| By AshishSummary Penny stocks are those shares of a company that trade for less than a dollar. There are plenty of penny stocks in the market, and it needs proper research to choose a stock that matches your criteria. A stock screener is an automated d.....

What is over the counter (OTC) market? How is it different from an exchange?
June 29, 2021 09:12 AM AEST| By AshishOver the counter (OTC) is the decentralised market in which the participants trade currencies, instruments, stocks directly without having any intermediary. The brokers and dealers transact in this unorganised market without computer networks and .....

What is contract for difference (CFD) trading? Is it safe?
June 28, 2021 03:28 PM AEST| By AshishSummary Contract for difference (CFD) trading is a way to speculate on financial markets without any need to purchase or sell underlying assets such as shares, forex, indices, and commodities. Under a CFD contract, a buyer must pay the seller t.....

Where is rhodium used in cars? How is it mined?
June 28, 2021 11:45 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary Rhodium is a precious, highly reflective, corrosion resistant metal, primarily mined as a by-product of palladium, platinum, or nickel mining. The metal finds application in automotive catalytic converters to reduce toxic gas emissions......

How many types of shares are there in Australian companies?
June 26, 2021 01:10 AM AEST| By AshishSummary A stock or an equity gives its holder a portion of ownership of a company, entitling the stockholder to a proportion of the company’s assets and profits. Broadly, there are three main types of shares that are traded on the ASX. I.....

Where is the largest deposit of lithium? Will we run out of lithium?
June 25, 2021 05:51 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary Lithium is extensively used in the manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries, used to power electric vehicles. Growing popularity and government focus on electric vehicles amid climate change have skyrocketed the demand for this silvery-wh.....

What is a managed fund? Should you invest in it?
June 25, 2021 02:55 PM AEST| By AshishSummary A managed fund is a registered managed investment scheme that pools together investors’ money to invest in various securities. A professional money manager operates the fund on behalf of all investors. The primary benefit of inve.....

Why go for gold ETFs? Which is Australia’s best gold ETF?
June 25, 2021 01:47 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary Gold is commonly used for portfolio diversification. It also serves as a hedge against market volatility. Gold ETFs offer investors a simple, cost-efficient and secure way to access the yellow metal. They trade on a stock exchange just.....

How are dividends paid in Australia?
June 25, 2021 08:11 AM AEST| By AshishSummary A dividend is defined as a distribution of profit by a company to its shareholders. Several companies listed on ASX pay dividends twice each year. However, it is not mandatory for the company to pay a dividend from earnings. A div.....

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