Posted on April 10, 2009, 1:05 am, by Frank Whitelaw, under
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Some people have a different view on stockmarket downturns. They see the low stock prices as an opportunity to snare a bargain.
During times of market fluctuations, it is our natural instinct to guard our assets and distance ourselves from risk. While this reaction is unsurprising, it can also mean missing out on growth opportunities created [...]
Posted on December 21, 2008, 1:11 am, by Frank Whitelaw, under
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The turmoil in the international stock markets is having a tragic impact on the retirement plans of many retired Australians.
For example, during September 2008, it was estimated by Super Ratings, a company that tracks the performance of super funds, that Australian super funds lost as much as 6% of their value. During the past year [...]