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Creating a balanced share portfolio

How to create a balanced share portfolio

by Stephanie Stefanovic | Aug 15th 2022

A balanced investment portfolio strikes a balance between risk and return. Keep reading to learn how to balance your portfolio, plus some of the benefits.

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Market corrections: Tracking your portfolio when stocks are down

by Stephanie Stefanovic | Aug 10th 2022

We look at the impact of the 2022 market correction on Australian investors' assets, using data from our partner Otivo, as well as from Sharesight's userbase.

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Volatile markets: 3 mistakes investors should avoid

by Stephanie Stefanovic | Jul 29th 2022

Volatile markets may make investors nervous, but they can also create lucrative opportunities for savvy investors, provided they avoid a few common pitfalls.

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The pros and cons of dividend reinvestment plans

by Sam Hando | Jul 25th 2022

To DRP, or not to DRP: that is the question. Find out the various pros and cons of partaking in dividend reinvestment plans (also known as DRPs or DRIPs).

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How to calculate portfolio turnover

by Prashant Mohan | Jul 15th 2022

By calculating the portfolio turnover ratio for your investments, you can get insight into your investment strategy and the profitability of your portfolio.

Sharesight Pearler Leveraging market volatility

Leveraging volatility for better investment decisions

by Stephanie Stefanovic | Jun 17th 2022

In this webinar, Sharesight and Pearler discuss how investors can navigate a volatile market while still reaching their financial goals.

Mutual funds vs. ETFs in the USA - what's the difference?

Mutual funds vs. ETFs in the US

by Stephanie Stefanovic | Jun 16th 2022

In this blog we explore the differences between mutual funds and ETFs, and what you need to look out for if you’re a US investor.

What is a Mutual Fund & How do they work

What is a mutual fund?

by Stephanie Stefanovic | May 27th 2022

Mutual funds can be a low-maintenance investment with potential for high returns. To learn more about the pros and cons of this investment type, keep reading.

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What’s driving investors: Mind or emotions?

by Dr Laura Rusu | May 3rd 2022

Diversiview analyses Australian investors’ preferences in Q1 2022, with an emphasis on the risks and performance of the Top 20 preferred ASX securities.

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What is Modern Portfolio Theory?

by Stephanie Stefanovic | Apr 22nd 2022

To learn more about Modern Portfolio Theory and whether you should consider this investing strategy for your portfolio, keep reading.

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What is an ex-dividend date?

by Angela Thompson | Mar 25th 2022

If you own any dividend paying stocks, it’s important to understand what ex-dividend dates are and how they might shape your personal investing strategy.

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How mergers and acquisitions affect your investment performance

by Stephanie Stefanovic | Feb 25th 2022

Sharesight makes it easy for investors to track mergers in their portfolio, simplifying CGT calculations and giving them the full picture of their performance.