The ASX 200 wrapped up the week with a 0.8% gain, bolstered by positive news on multiple fronts. Thursday saw the index’s most substantial surge of 2024, following reports of Australian unemployment rising higher than anticipated in April. Read Post
Below is a short summary of the highlights of the 2024 Federal Budget that may impact the Raiz Community, a few things we should all watch out for as the Budget alerts investors to changes in taxation policies, investment incentives and economic forecasts which could impact the stock market and individual portfolios.
From single-parent households to blended families and guardianships, “typical” Australian family structures have evolved. Universally, we all strive to set the next generation up with the best education, habits and opportunities both financially and throughout their lives. As we celebrate National Families Week, it’s the perfect time to explore how families of all shapes and sizes can harness the power of Raiz Kids to shape their children’s financial futures.
We are thrilled to announce an expansion of Raiz Plus with the addition of 8 new ETFs and 26 new stocks! Â Read Post
Alongside health, career and education – financial stability is a common goal for Australians of all life stages. Breaking this down further, you may find yourself saving for an end-of-year holiday, buying a home, starting a family, a new car or building an emergency fund. In an increasingly expensive world, your savings goal could be almost anything! Read Post
Valentine’s Day is not just about expressing love for your significant other; it’s also an opportunity to rekindle your relationship with your finances! Though not a typically sexy topic, by adopting mindful spending, smart saving, and strategic investing habits, you can set yourself up for financial and romantic success!
In the ever-evolving world of personal finance, a new trend is taking the world by storm, and it’s not another viral dance or platform crocs. Enter “Loud Budgeting,” a social media phenomenon that’s not just making waves on TikTok but also transforming the financial habits of people across the globe. Read Post
We are excited to announce that we have added seven new ETFs to Raiz Plus! This brings the total number of ETFs available to 30, alongside access to a selection of single-listed ASX stocks, Bitcoin and the Raiz Property Fund. Read Post
The world recently bid farewell to an investment legend—Charles “Charlie” Munger, the esteemed Vice-Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway and long-time right-hand man to Warren Buffett. Munger, a key architect of Berkshire Hathaway’s success, passed away, leaving behind a legacy that has shaped the investment landscape. As we reflect on his profound contributions, it’s only fitting to glean insights from his remarkable journey.  Read Post
Any marathon runner will tell you: You don’t think about all 42 kilometres at once. That would be too overwhelming. Instead, picture the race in chunks: 5km, 10km, or even one kilometre at a time. Manageable chunks.
