Superhero Market Insights
Growth stocks vs. dividend stocks
One of the key choices you will make as an investor is whether to buy growth stocks or dividend stocks, or a combination of the two. Let’s quickly summarise what each is. Growth stocks are more likely to significantly increase in value over the long-term but less likely to pay a regular dividend (if, indeed, […]
How to diversify your investment portfolio
Diversification is one of the most common tips given to beginner investors but what does it really mean and why is it important? What does diversification mean? Investing in anything comes with risk. Diversification is a strategy meant to balance risk by spreading your money across various asset classes. Simply put, it’s a matter of […]
How do interest rates affect my investments?
Many central banks around the world right now are either raising interest rates or getting ready to – signalling a major economic shift both in Australia and abroad. But what are interest rates, why are they rising and how do they affect you and your money? Find out below. What are interest rates? The official […]
ETF v ETP: What’s the difference?
They might sound almost identical but investors shouldn’t conflate ETFs with ETPs. For investors starting out in the market, it pays to know the difference so you can better leverage your investment strategies. What is an ETP? An exchange-traded product, or ETP, is an umbrella term used for a variety of different investments that trade […]
How does rising inflation impact my investments?
Right now there’s a lot of chatter about inflation rising both in Australia and abroad. But what is it and how might it impact your portfolio? What is inflation? In a nutshell, inflation refers to how the price of things change over time, with costs generally increasing over time. Think about it. Fifty years ago, […]
Are you investing for your kids?
How do dividends work?
If a company does well, its board of directors might distribute some of the profits to shareholders. This is known as a dividend and comes over and above any share price appreciation. Dividends are typically paid regularly – be this quarterly, biannually or annually. However, not all shares pay dividends. They aren’t guaranteed either, even […]
How is Superhero different to micro-investing?
Superhero lets Australians invest in the market with as little as $10. But don’t be fooled – Superhero is not a micro-investing platform. It’s better than that.
How much do I need to start investing?
The great thing about investing is you can get started easily. With Superhero, you can start investing in shares and ETFs with just $10.
Savings account or share market?
Do you put money in a savings account or term deposit? If so, you’re an investor. You might not think of this as investing, because the return is guaranteed (aside from the incredibly unlikely event the bank collapses and you’re not protected by the Financial Claims Scheme). But it is investing, because you’re handing over […]
Is investing in shares risky?
When you invest in the share market, you have the potential to enjoy strong returns, particularly over the long-term. But you can’t expect to gain rewards without taking some risk. Historically, the main share markets in Australia and the US have gone up over the long-term. As the 2020 Vanguard Index Chart shows, between 1990 […]