Seven investing lessons from Vanguard’s founder By Vanguard Investing strategy How Jack Bogle helped millions to build their wealth This year is a milestone year for Vanguard, both in Australia and globally. It marks the 30th anniversary of Vanguard launching its operations in Australia, and the 50th anniversary of Vanguard launching the world’s first index…
Some investing steps to get you through the holiday season, the new year, and for the future. The end of the year is a good time to pause and check in. Between the festive rush and the year ahead, simple actions can help you stay in better control and be more confident with your…
To hedge or not to hedge? How to manage foreign currency exposure By Vanguard Investing strategy Explore the pros and cons of currency hedging Australians are increasingly investing internationally, thanks to the wide range of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and managed funds listed on the ASX. Global diversification can help spread risks in your portfolio, and historical…
Three timeless investing lessons from Warren Buffett By Vanguard Investing strategy Warren Buffett is stepping back, but his investment wisdom endures For decades, Warren Buffett’s letters have been a must-read for investors worldwide. In his latest Thanksgiving message at age 95, Buffett announced he will no longer write Berkshire Hathaway’s annual report or speak…
Investing without blind spots By Vanguard Investing strategy How investor biases and inertia affect portfolios and how to overcome them Behavioural economics may not be the first thing investors think about when managing their portfolios, but it could be the missing link to better outcomes. In this episode of Better Vantage, Andy Reed, head…
Position sizing can make or break your returns By Vanguard Investing strategy The power of position sizing I have a thought experiment. Assume you are given $25, and you can bet on a coin that has a 60% chance of coming up heads and a 40% chance of coming up tails. You have 30 minutes…
The hunt for yield is on again. But not all yields are the same. By Vanguard Investing strategy Low interest rates have intensified the search for higher income returns As we noted in a recent article, Australian households are now holding record amounts of cash. Reserve Bank data shows the weighted average interest rate being paid on…
How strong is your investment product knowledge? By Vanguard Investing strategy Most Australians are not confident in making financial decisions With high home ownership levels, and the trillions of dollars being held in superannuation accounts and other assets, Australia could be regarded as a nation of investors. Yet, when it comes to investment knowledge, numbers…
Inside the minds of equity income fund investors By Vanguard Investing strategy Equity income funds are popular with many investors. What’s their draw? A central finding of recently published research co-authored by Vanguard experts is counterintuitive: Most equity income fund owners invest for reasons other than a desire for income. Portfolio manager Sharon Hill noticed a…
Preparing your kids for financial success By Vanguard Investing strategy Here’s some easy money management skills for children of different ages. Teaching good financial habits, such as saving and budgeting, is one of the best ways to prepare children to have a secure financial future. It’s never too early or late to start talking…