Investor Hub - Page 13

When you buy shares and other investment assets through a broker you typically have two options: place a market order or limit order. Here we break down the difference between the two.

When building a balanced portfolio, most investors seek exposure to the four main asset classes – equities, fixed income, property, and cash. But one big barrier to entry for many investors is knowing exactly how and what to invest in. To simplify the decision-making process, it may be worth considering exchange-traded-funds (ETFs).

To get a full understanding of how securities like stocks and bonds are traded, investors should be aware of the primary and secondary market - how they work and how they differ.

Buy now, pay later (BNPL) is the one of the latest financial trend to grip us here and overseas. If you are interested in investing in the space, we talk you through how BNPL works, which companies you can choose from and how they have performed on the ASX.

After experiencing a high amount of volatility during the global pandemic, Bitcoin has officially made its Wall Street debut on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).

The Motley Fool's Scott Phillips nominates five companies with share prices under $5 that he thinks have good prospects for long-term success.

There are many online share trading courses available to help you learn about investing - but which one is right for you?

If you are not too familiar with Cardano, we’ve rounded up five things to help you gain a better understanding of the cryptocurrency.

If you need the funds to invest your first thought might be a margin loan. However, did you know that the traditional margin loan isn’t the only way to borrow money to invest? We take you through the other alternatives available.

Interest in cannabis stocks is growing and this is being fueled by the demand for cannabis products. How can you add them to your portfolio?

Everyone loves a bargain but when it comes to investing, it pays to look beyond the share price. Here are Australia's most expensive shares.

You have worked out that you can spare $50 a week – where is the best place for you to invest that money? We compare four possible options.

The word millionaire used to feel aspirational and almost achievable, something only those who achieved an unusual amount of success or ran big businesses could achieve.

Canstar asked three experts to nominate a company that they think could be the next big thing. Here are their picks.

Should you see a financial adviser or do it yourself? Glen James weighs up on when to seek advice in this edited extract from his book.

Congratulations, you’re ready to begin investing! But what now? If you’re looking to place your first trade, it can be daunting to know where to begin.  Glen James talks through how to get started in this edited extract from his book, Sort Your Money Out & Get Invested.

Have you ever considered the best way to structure a portfolio using ETFs? One method is the core-satellite approach as we explain here.

Most people would be familiar with the concept of borrowing to invest, after all, many Australian do just that when they buy a house. However, taking out a loan to invest in shares, managed funds and other securities is a little different - here’s how it works.

CFDs have a few key advantages, which means they could make a useful addition to investors’ portfolios. Here's how they work.

If you are new to investing or a do-it-yourself investor, you may be interested in Wise-Owl and the service they provide.