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Global lockdowns ease, but is a credit crisis looming? And Bitcoin’s halving is just around the corner

Finfeed Archived May 08, 2020

Bitcoin was one of the best performing assets of 2019, so with the third halving just around the corner investors are confident its price will continue to rise.rise.

Why you shouldn't rely on Google to learn how to trade

Finfeed Archived May 08, 2020

Just like Doctor Google is bad for your health, the University of Google in the stock market is equally as dangerous, as it gives wanna-be investors a false sense of security believing they know what they are doing when, in reality, they don’t.

ASX expected to edge higher, despite mixed leads from overseas markets

Finfeed Archived May 05, 2020

The S&P/ASX 200 (XJO) had a rocky ride on Monday, continuing its downward trend from Friday’s fallout in morning trading before staging a comeback to finish up 74 points.

Don't overestimate your knowledge in the stock market

Finfeed Archived May 01, 2020

According to many surveys conducted by the ASX, it is common to find around 50 per cent of adult Australians believe they are very knowledgeable or somewhat knowledgeable when it comes to investing in shares. Are they overestimating their abilities?

Investors flock to Facebook and Tesla as Shell cuts dividend for first time since WWII

Finfeed Archived May 01, 2020

Investors took a favourable view of Facebook’s (NASDAQ: FB) and Tesla's (NASDAQ: TSLA) results, sending the stock soaring by close to 10%

Positive leads from overseas stock markets to drive ASX higher

Finfeed Archived Apr 30, 2020

The ASX looks set for another strong performance today after the S&P/ASX 200 increased 1.5% on Wednesday. With good news all round, it is not surprising to see that the ASX SPI200 up 108, indicating the ASX is in for a good day.

Mixed leads from overseas markets but SPI200 points to a good day

Finfeed Archived Apr 29, 2020

The ASX lost its way on Tuesday after being up more than 50 points in morning trading. The S&P/ASX 200 (ASX:XJO) finished the session 8 points lower whereas the SPI200 Index is pointing to a more positive performance today.

Australia and China's spat may take edge off positive lead from overseas markets

Finfeed Archived Apr 28, 2020

Overseas stock markets rose in unison over the last 24 hours with strong performances across the UK, mainland Europe and the US representing a show of confidence after robust gains in Australia and Asia.

Why dividends shouldn't dictate your investment strategy

Finfeed Archived Apr 24, 2020

It has been general practice for investors, especially retirees, to invest in high dividend paying stocks to generate income. While there is some merit with this strategy, the opposite may be the case.

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