Any investor who adheres to fundamental analysis will tell you that your research should hone in on a company's accounts. But it's surprising how many investors who don't spend the time going through them.
You'll be amazed at what you can discover in them. And if you know what to look for, you can spot problems before they materialise in the share price.
This is great to know if you own sha... ››› more
You may be surprised to learn that there's a surprising correlation between the cash that Warren Buffett holds in his company Berkshire Hathaway and the performance of the stock market.
This correlation reveals one of the top reasons why Warren Buffett is one of the world's most successful investors.
So what is this investment strategy?
Read on to find out…
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One of Warren Buffett's infamous sayings is: ‘Lethargy bordering on sloth remains the cornerstone of our investment style'. In other words, not doing very much.
If you invest in companies that are at the top of their game and continue to perform, you can practically sit back and watch your investment grow.
It all comes down to investing in great, solid companies and reinvesting your divide... ››› more
In a world full of geopolitical tensions, it can be a hard task finding somewhere offshore to invest that looks promising.
There's the situation between Russia and Ukraine, fighting between Israel and Hamas, and the Ebola virus hitting parts of Africa hard.
So if you want to invest offshore in a market that's looking good for future gains, what are your options?
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Fundamental analysis involves delving through all the available information you can get your hands on about a specific company.
One of the key aspects of fundamental analysis is using financial ratios to unearth what's really going on in a company's financials. And to work out whether it's worthy of your investment.
So what financial ratios should you use?
Read on to find out the key fin... ››› more
Since March, the Chinese stock market is up 23%. If history is anything to go by, this could be the start of a much bigger move upwards.
This comes as shares in China have been stuck in a bear market for the past few years.
So why is the Chinese stock market looking ripe for investment? And how can you invest?
Read on to find out…
Chinese stocks are up over 20% since March
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Last week, Warren Buffett's holding company Berkshire Hathaway revealed that it had in excess of $50 billion in cash. That's the most it's ever had in more than 40-years.
So should you be holding cash too? The answer is yes.
Read on to uncover why you should hold cash as part of your investment strategy…
Why you should hold cash
Holding cash makes investment sense. It means you ca... ››› more
There are certain criteria that make some companies and funds great. Criteria that makes them stand head and shoulders above the rest.
So what should you look for when you're searching for the best the stock market has to offer?
Read on to find out…
Step #1: An investment’s past performance is extremely important
You’re probably familiar with the much quoted investment discla... ››› more
Despite the stock market having a great year so far, it doesn't mean that it couldn't all change. There are a wide array of factors that can impact your portfolio.
Factors include interest rate hikes, inflation and recession.
It's crucial that you take steps to protect your investments so they don't bear the brunt.
So what can you do to protect your portfolio? Read on to find out…
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When it comes to preparing your investments to weather any storm, the good news is there are things you can do to help offset your risk.
In financial lingo, investors call this hedging. Hedging is just a way of diversifying your portfolio. And hedging your portfolio reduces some of the risks facing it.
So what if geopolitical events intensify? What can you do to ensure your portfolio doesn't... ››› more
When researching companies to invest in, it can sometimes be difficult to see exactly how a company is doing financially. After all, you don't want to invest in a company with brewing financial issues.
So what's the best way to check out a company's finances? The Altman Z Score is perfect for the task.
Read on to uncover just how you can use the Altman Z Score to weigh up a company before yo... ››› more
Investing in overseas stocks has its benefits.
It adds diversification to your portfolio. And you stand to reap the rewards from companies performing well elsewhere in the world where economies are performing better than South Africa's.
So how can you do it? Read on to find out…
How to invest in overseas companies
There are a number of ways you can invest in companies overseas.
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Turn on the news and the headlines are chock-full of unfolding or ongoing geopolitical events somewhere in the world.
The stock markets have fared well so far, but the world is a fragile place.
So how can you ensure your investments don't bear the brunt of a stock market wobble?
Read on to find out…
Discipline is key to surviving stock market volatility
Unless you have a cryst... ››› more
With the barrage of advertising out there from financial companies, you'd think that managing your own money was an extremely difficult task.
The fact is: It isn't.
So what's the best way to manage your own money?
Read on to find out what investment great Warren Buffett has to say about it…
You can manage your own money effectively and profitably
If investors never used financ... ››› more
Many of the world's developed economies appear to be firmly on the road to recovery.
The British economy is back to its pre-financial crisis levels. And whilst the US is still benefitting from the Federal Reserve's stimulus programme, economic indicators are optimistic.
Yes, the South African economy is looking fragile. But if overseas economies continue to grow, SA should benefit from the ... ››› more
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