INTRODUCTION TO INVESTING

To the inexperienced, the idea of investing in the share-market can be a little intimidating. However, some knowledge about the rudiments of investing can go a long way.

Explore our Introduction to investing section to find out more…

The Financial Markets

• Learn about the financial asset classes and the different types of shares.

What Returns Can I Expect?

• Look at the impact of inflation on your investments, the volatility of different asset classes and two ways to deal with market volatility – dollar cost averaging and compounding.

Understanding Investment Risk

• Find out what we mean by risk; where risk comes from and how to best manage risk.

Building an Investment Portfolio

• Learn how you can maximise your returns through asset allocation; how many stocks you should have in your portfolio; the importance of diversification and regularly reviewing your portfolio.

History Lessons for Serious Savers

• Gain some insight into investing by taking a look at events in the past.

Glossary of Terms

• Use our helpful Glossary to look up unfamiliar terms.

Other references of interest

• How to Select an Investment Advisor.
• How to Recognise Good Investment Advice.
• Determine Your Risk Profile.
• Take an inventory of your current position.
• Take a look at mySTART – the easy way to start investing for your future.
• Find out how we work with you to build your investment portfolio.

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