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8 min read
Belinda Nash
August 22, 2023

What’s the difference between saving and investing?

Not sure whether you should save your money or invest it? We’ve covered the definition of saving money, and given a solid investment definition along with pros and cons of each, so you can decide what works for you.
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7 min read
Belinda Nash
July 31, 2023

What is the Nasdaq?

Comparing share markets with share markets is like comparing apples to pineapples. And just like AAPL and DOLE, the Nasdaq and NYSE are not the same. Let’s start by peeling the skin off the Nasdaq and get fruity learning what makes it different.
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5 min read
Amanda Broughton
July 25, 2023

What are bonds?

Prepare to be stirred, and shaken as we cover a definition that’s all (asset) class, ‘what are bonds?’ A staple of many long-term investment portfolios, and often mentioned alongside risk, we’ll help you to understand different bond types such as government bonds, and how bonds work.
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6 min read
Amanda Broughton
June 29, 2023

What is dollar-cost averaging?

Dollar-cost averaging (DCA) is an investment strategy that can help manage risk. Learn how dollar cost averaging works so you can decide if this strategy suits your investment goals.
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7 min read
Amanda Broughton
June 28, 2023

How to invest: diversifying your investment portfolio

Diversity in its many forms, is widely considered as a factor in increasing investment performance. So how do you put portfolio diversification into practice? The old ‘eggs in one basket’ analogy has become a cliché, but it works.
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7 min read
Belinda Nash
June 23, 2023

What is a money market fund?

When you deposit money in an investment platform like Hatch, it’s invested in a low risk, stable money market fund until you’re ready to invest. And while it’s there you might earn money market dividends. Ka-ching! So how do money market funds work?
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6 min read
Amanda Broughton
June 22, 2023

How to research shares: 5 simple steps for beginners

How are you supposed to research shares if you don’t know where to start? Let's sort the foundations from the fluff and get the information you need to begin your own research on companies and shares.
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6 min read
Belinda Nash
June 21, 2023

What is a recession?

Headlines shouting ‘recession’ might send you spiralling, imaging queues of people, cap in hand, hoping for a free bite to eat. But while it’s a highly charged word, recession is a technical term that may not be so terrifying when you dig a little deeper. So spades at the ready, we’re going in!
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7 min read
Belinda Nash
June 21, 2023

Investing during a recession 🌱

Learning how to invest during a recession and using long term investing strategies can help you be prepared for any economic cycle. We unpack popular investing tactics to help you weather any storm and take advantage of the ‘eighth wonder of the world’
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5 min read
Belinda Nash
June 20, 2023

Emotional investing: What do I do when share markets dip?

Having big emotions are great when buying the perfect gift for a special someone but not so useful when emotions affect investment decisions. Learn how long term investing strategies can help you avoid emotional investing.
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6 min read
Amanda Broughton
June 12, 2023

What’s the difference between Class A and Class B shares?

Just when you think you know your ABC’s, investing hits you with more ‘classy’ jargon. Learn the difference between A and B class shares and what dual-class companies mean for your voting rights.
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5 min read
Amanda Broughton
May 17, 2023

What is an ADR (American Depositary Receipt)?

We'll answer what is an ADR, and tell you how it works. You’ll not only be adding another investing acronym to your arsenal; you’ll have the skills to know if it's worth your bills when sizing it up as an investment.
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