I came close to selling my portfolio during the Global Financial Crisis By Vanguard Investor stories Three decades of investing taught Toby Dods the value of perspective After more than three decades of investing, Melbourne retiree Toby Dods says one of the biggest lessons he’s learned was maintaining a long-term perspective particularly during periods of…
WATCH: Why asset allocation remains an investor’s most important decision By Vanguard Investing strategy In a world where markets can change quickly and headlines compete for attention, having a clear investment philosophy can help investors stay focused on their long-term goals. In this interview, Livewire’s Chris Conway speaks with Vanguard Chief Investment Officer for…
Five steps towards a more confident retirement By Vanguard Super and retirement Small steps today could make a big difference to how you feel about retirement For many Australians, the answer isn’t particularly reassuring. Retirement can feel like a distant and complicated goal, particularly when you’re balancing more immediate priorities such as mortgage repayments, household…
RBA on hold, but retains a hawkish bias By Grant Feng, Ph.D, Senior Economist, Asia-Pacific Markets and economy The Reserve Bank of Australia kept the cash rate unchanged at 4.35% at the monetary policy meeting on 11 August 2026, extending its pause following three consecutive rate hikes earlier this year. Although inflation remains well…
The future is longer than you think For Janielle Porter, financial confidence isn’t about knowing all the answers. It’s about feeling prepared for a future that may last longer than you expect. Having grown up surrounded by relatives who lived well into older age, Janielle understands the importance of building financial security that can last…
6 budget habits you can start today You don’t need to be “good with money” to build wealth. Budgeting isn’t about restriction. It’s about understanding where your money goes so you can choose where it should go next. Track and review your spending Budgeting can seem like an impossible task when you first start but…
