Why more young Australians are turning to ETFs By Vanguard Investing strategy ETFs New research from Vanguard Australia shows that nearly half of Gen Z and Millennials (45%) are already investing in shares, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or other investment products. And of the Gen Z investors who aren’t yet investing outside of their super…
The case of Unlucky Steve, who bought before every crash By Daniel Shrimski, Managing Director, Vanguard Australia Investing strategy Even investors who bought at the worst possible moments over 25 years still more than tripled their money One of the most common fears investors face is putting money into the market today, only to…
From pocket money to share portfolios – teaching kids about investing By Vanguard The basics Teaching kids about investing doesn’t have to be complicated. When it’s age‑appropriate, fun and engaging, it can help set them up for financial success. One of the most valuable gifts you can give your children is an early understanding…
Australians continue to invest into ETFs as Vanguard sees record ETF flows for start of 2026 By Vanguard ETFs Australians invest record funds into ETFs as Vanguard logs record flows to start 2026 Vanguard Australia records its largest monthly exchange-traded fund (ETF) cashflow on record in March with $2.62 billion in inflows. During March Vanguard Australia launched five new ETFs tracking the…
Finding balance in fixed income By Vanguard Investing strategy Higher yields and income keep bonds resilient amid volatility The first quarter of 2026 has delivered no shortage of headlines, with sharp moves in energy prices, ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and shifting expectations around inflation and growth. Against that backdrop, bond market volatility has increased, but…
What Are the Main Ways to Invest for Children and Grandchildren? When investing for children and/or grandchildren, there are three common structures: Investing in the Parent’s Name (as trustee for the Child or Grandchild) Investments are held by the parent/grandparent directly for the child (or grandchild) and typically transfer at age 18. Key benefits: No…
Look beyond traditional diversification By Vanguard Investing strategy Investors can employ diversification strategies beyond just asset allocation The concept of diversification, not putting all your eggs in one basket, as a means of reducing risk has been an enduring investment concept. But investors and the financial advice industry often focus solely on diversification across…
7 simple steps to get on the investment ladder By Vanguard The basics Entering the world of investing can be a life-changer for people of all ages. Here are seven simple steps for beginners to start their wealth journey. Do a financial stocktake Before taking the leap into investing, evaluate your financial position.…
Most active fund managers struggle to beat the market By Vanguard Investing strategy Looking at the 2025 results, active fund managers have continued to underperform when evaluated against lower cost ETFs The 2025 SPIVA (S&P Indices Versus Active) Australia scorecard, which rates the performance of active managers, has just been released. The message is clear,…
Vanguard launches new global technology and international high yields ETFs and managed fund By Vanguard ETFs Vanguard has expanded its Australian investment range offering four new investment options in global technology and international high yield, with three new ETFs and one unlisted managed fund. The new funds are designed to work as simple, low-cost building…