This is one of the biggest decisions we actually get to make in life. Sometimes, it is conscious and we actually choose, other times, it is subconscious and we simply slip into a life of work, routine and didn’t even realise it happened. Having more of both time and money is possible, but requires a […]
Imagine if you had to choose between having more time or more dollars. Which would you choose and what if you could have both?
Top 10 widely believed Stock Market Myths Explained
Trading on a daily basis for the last 15 years, I’ve heard just about every myth there is. A recent conversation with a friend reminded me of some of the key myths that have been around since the dawn of regulated markets (and possibly beyond!). So I thought I’d take a look at my top […]
Has Online Trading much changed in 15 years?
Online Trading in 15 years Online Trading has been a substantial growth area across the retail investor landscape for 15 years. The major growth and traction came, from my own recollection, during the dot-com boom in the late 1990’s through to early 2000. New technology (remember when the internet at home was your phone line!) […]
Wayne’s World and the Budget
Last night saw Treasurer Wayne Swann deliver his sixth and most likely final budget. Clearly the build up to the event was more focused on the upcoming election rather than any fiscal insights that Mr Swann was able to proffer. The reaction of the aussie dollar and likely movements in our equity market today will […]
Trading Gangnam style!
The phenomenon of South Korean popstar Psy and his hit song Gangnam style, reminds me of the antics that occur on the dealing floor in the broking office. Winning trades quite regularly find the traders jumping up and doing a little jig in quite the same fashion as the ‘horsey dance’ in the Gangnam Style […]