Global investing has never been easier. At the touch of a button, we can access world economic data and market intelligence on an unprecedented scale. Or we can choose to invest in one of the hundreds of global multi-asset funds, where the heavy lifting aspects...
Equities are the star performers in a typical investment portfolio. They can bring rapid growth and heavy losses, sometimes in the same day. We read about their fortunes in the newspaper and anyone with an interest in such things has an opinion on them. They...
Life is full of problems, yet how do you respond to them? Do you feel able to walk through the pain you experience, or does it overwhelm you? If you are interested in learning how to navigate the world of human suffering, hardship and problems...
What could be the key to making you more productive? How do you become more creative and more able to engage in problem solving? The answer, according to Shaun Anchor, is to learn how to engage regularly in positive psychology. This might sound “fluffy” but consider...
Coronavirus has triggered the greatest economic uncertainty of our generation. It has affected everyone to some degree, and it is not over yet. It was inevitable that the virus would have some impact on investment markets. Not only does a global crisis damage investor confidence, but...
Risk means different things to different people. For some, it can mean excitement and thrills. For others, it just means danger and is best avoided. In the context of investments, risk is something that we work with on a daily basis. We can’t avoid it entirely,...
Many of us think of stoicism as someone who willingly endures suffering, without any display of pain or discomfort. Whilst there are some drawbacks to this philosophy, it also holds some useful insights into how someone can approach their wealth - particularly when it comes...
Remember a time before COVID-19? Gridlocked motorways, crowded high streets, fast fashion and discount air travel were simply a way of life. The economy was thriving and consumers had endless choice. Global warming has been a concern for many years, but until recently, environmental issues were the...
Ethical investing is no longer just an ‘alternative.’ As populations grow and as society demands it, companies have to adapt to more sustainable models to survive. We have access to more information than ever to make responsible consumer and investment decisions. It is possible to invest...
What if it was possible to generate strong investment returns, but also do so with a social conscience and environmentalist mindset? According to Chris McKnett, this can absolutely be done and his compelling Ted Talk here outlines his reasons for thinking so. He talks about...