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Why investing in new tech businesses can be a gamble
Roger Montgomery
September 14, 2017
When you look at the success of tech titans like Google, Amazon, Apple and Facebook, it’s easy to think there’s only lots of money to be made investing in new technology companies – particularly those associated with the ‘creative destruction’ of incumbent businesses. But the truth about who wins from new technology can be eye opening. continue…
by Roger Montgomery Posted in Investing Education, Market commentary
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Why investing fads can end in tears
Roger Montgomery
September 11, 2017
Back in the 1960s, a group of companies listed on the New York Stock Exchange called the Nifty Fifty grabbed the attention and dreams of a generation of savvy investors. As we know, investing in the Nifty Fifty ended badly for many of them, and showed the downside of investing fads.
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Why this bull market may have further to run
Roger Montgomery
September 4, 2017
David Tepper, the billionaire hedge fund manager and founder and president of Appaloosa Management, doesn’t share the bearish views of his hedge fund peers such as Gundlach, Dalio and Howard Marks. In fact, he is quite certain that this market has further to run. continue…
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How long will your pay rise last?
Andrew Macken
August 28, 2017
Since the beginning of the new year, Australians have received around a 10 percent pay rise. But this is not your typical pay rise. This pay rise does not result in more dollars in your bank account. Nor does it mean you can afford a bigger Australian home. So what kind of a pay rise is it exactly? continue…
by Andrew Macken Posted in Market commentary
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Why they’re pessimistic about this market
Roger Montgomery
August 23, 2017
You may be surprised to know that our largest position by far is cash. And that’s because we’re not finding value among the quality businesses we like to own. In value investing, patience can be a virtue, and we think holding cash will pay off handsomely. But, of course, not everyone will agree with us. continue…
by Roger Montgomery Posted in Editor's Pick, Market commentary
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Economic data paints a mixed picture of the Australian economy
Stuart Jackson
August 18, 2017
Recent data indicates that Australia could be about to enter a period of lower economic growth. While there’s been a surge in business investment and stronger conditions in the resources states, it’s unclear if this can offset weaker consumer spending and residential construction. continue…
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It’s time to be prudent as the end of the boom draws closer
Roger Montgomery
August 15, 2017
The increasing flow of money into riskier ‘investments’ is making us ever more cautious. After all, every boom must come to an end. So what does holding high levels of cash mean? In the short term, it may mean we lag some of our peers. But, longer term, we are convinced it will prove a very sound approach. continue…
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The disruption with forever consequences
Roger Montgomery
August 11, 2017
By now, we’re all well versed on the subject of Amazon disrupting retail, Aldi disrupting supermarkets and fintechs disrupting banking (admittedly to a significantly lesser extent). However, the most significant disruption is occurring right under our noses without us really noticing. continue…
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Time for caution as the Dow hits 22,000
David Buckland
August 10, 2017
In just five years, spurred on by emergency low interest rates, the Dow Jones Industrial Average has raced from around 13,000 to 22,000 points. Little wonder some market analysts are saying US stocks are now in ‘nose-bleed’ territory. And this is borne out by key valuation indicators. continue…
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Which companies could disappoint the market?
Roger Montgomery
July 31, 2017
As we’re on the cusp of reporting season, it’s a good time to look at the companies and market sectors that may soon be under pressure – in particular, those that could be affected by the record levels of debt held by Australian households. continue…
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