As support flocked to some of the market’s most-heavily sold-off stocks, the ASX posted a small gain for the week, but there were also difficult times for a host of other stocks affected by, or likely to be impacted by service shutdowns.
Volatile markets can be a difficult proposition to navigate. We take a look at one of the popular ways that investors can hedge their portfolio during a volatile market.
With the AUD/USD exchange rate touching its lowest level in nearly 20 years, do USD-earning companies represent an opportunity for investors? Is it wise to be investing in shares with US dollar exposure? We take a look at some of the key considerations.
See which shares were favoured, or fell out of favour among the SelfWealth community during February
For the second time in as many weeks, the ASX recorded its worst weekly performance this century, with REIT shares joining the ranks of other sectors that have been sold down heavily.
Shares slumped to their worst weekly performance since the GFC, with oil stocks, travel-oriented businesses and market darling Afterpay all slammed.
Despite the RBA easing rates last week, Australian shares buckled under selling pressure, led down by the banks and travel-related stocks.
Australian shares recorded their second-largest weekly fall in history last week, with investors deserting stocks amid signs the Coronavirus is spreading through more countries across the world.
Investors often turn to gold when seeking ‘defensive’ protection for their portfolio of shares. We look at two options you can attain exposure to the precious metal through the ASX.
Afterpay (ASX: APT) has reported its first-half results for FY20. We take a look at the company's headline figures, key commentary and guidance outlook, plus review the share market's reaction across the trading day
A2 Milk (ASX: A2M) has reported its first-half results for FY20. We take a look at the company's headline figures, key commentary and guidance outlook, plus review the share market's reaction across the trading day
Rio Tinto (ASX: RIO) has reported its full-year results for FY19. We take a look at the company's headline figures, key commentary and guidance outlook, plus review the share market's reaction across the trading day
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