Vanguard Australia ETF investors stayed the course in April By Vanguard ETFs How ETF investors navigated ‘Vanguard weather’ in April Vanguard is used to navigating bouts of market volatility like we saw in April. We call these periods of uncertainty “Vanguard weather” because they underscore the importance of our four principles of investing success: setting long-term…
‘The only free lunch in finance’: Why it pays to be diversified By Vanguard Investing strategy The power of diversification Nobel Prize-winning economist Harry Markowitz famously quipped that diversification is “the only free lunch in finance.” Having a diversified mix of investments, appropriate for your goals and risk appetite, can help you weather the…
Reflections on John Bogle’s legacy as Vanguard turns 50 By Vanguard Investing strategy This month, the Vanguard Group celebrates its 50th anniversary Alongside the celebrations, it’s been a time to reflect on our history, including how Vanguard’s low-cost index funds and ETFs have revolutionised investing for many Australians. Robin Bowerman is a Vanguard Super…
How Vanguard’s low-cost revolution changed the game By Vanguard Investing strategy Australian investors have saved over $15 billion in fees using low-cost index funds The Vanguard Group was launched in May 1975 with an overriding mission to take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance…
Why it’s important to stay the course during market volatility – in three charts By Vanguard Investing strategy Staying the course is sage advice for long-term investors anxious about market volatility — and for good reason By looking at how markets have performed over time, we can put current events into context and appreciate the…
The power of the core-satellite investing strategy By Vanguard Investing strategy Discover why having a core-satellite approach to your portfolio is a powerful investment tool. What is a core-satellite strategy and why is it so powerful? In essence, core-satellite is an investment approach that combines the benefits of index funds—lower cost, broader diversification, tax efficiency…
Navigating market volatility: Six essential lessons for investors By Vanguard Investing strategy Share market investors often etch significant trading events into their memory Take last month, for example. Many investors will remember that it marked the five-year anniversary since the 2020 COVID crash, when global share markets fell more than 35% over the space…
Beating the market is much harder than you think By Vanguard Investing strategy “Don’t look for the needle in the haystack. Just buy the haystack” That’s a famous quote by Vanguard’s founder, John Bogle, that really sums up why it’s so hard for any investor, even the professional active stock pickers, to beat the returns…
Bank First Chooses CCA Financial Planners as Trusted Financial Planning Advisors We are proud to announce that Bank First has sold its financial planning service to CCA Financial Planners (CCAFP), trusting us with the stewardship of its financial planning clients. This decision reflects our shared commitment to delivering high-quality, holistic financial advice that aligns with Bank First’s…
When markets are volatile, it pays to stay invested By Vanguard Investing strategy Periods of high volatility have forever been part of investing. But even seasoned investors might feel tempted to retreat to “safe” assets like cash during these times. While this approach may help you sleep better at night, it’s unlikely to be…