Trading FAQs
Trading FAQs tackles the real-world queries that Australian investors actually grapple with, covering topics like building a trading plan, understanding investment returns, managing superannuation, navigating capital gains tax, and using CFDs to protect a portfolio. Drawn from decades of market experience, the answers are direct, practical, and jargon-free – making it the ideal starting point for anyone who wants straight answers without having to wade through lengthy textbooks.
Is the ASX Open Today? ASX Trading Hours & Holiday Guide
If you are checking whether the ASX is open today, …
Are investment returns what you expect?
Is history a reliable guide to future investment returns? When doing …
What are straddles and strangles in options trading?
Question: What are straddles and strangles? Response: The straddle and strangle are popular …
Do I need a trading plan and what should it include?
A trading plan is essentially a personal rulebook that guides your investment decisions and helps remove emotion from the process. A solid plan should outline your financial goals, risk tolerance, the types of assets you’ll invest in, how much capital you’re willing to risk on any single trade, and the criteria you’ll use to enter and exit positions. Having a clear plan in place before you start trading significantly improves consistency and discipline, and helps prevent costly impulsive decisions driven by fear or greed.
Is it more risky to short a CFD than go long?
Question: Is it more risky to short a CFD than go …
How do I maximise returns using share price divergence?
I am happy with the pairs trade concepts but everyone …
Can I hold just one share so that I can be included in future share purchase plans?
Question: I was wondering your opinion regarding when selling shares …
If I sell all my shares but one, can I be included in any future share purchase plans or offers etc?
Question: Was wondering your opinion regarding when selling shares and having …
Should I try to time the market or invest regularly over time?
Trying to time the market – buying at the perfect low and selling at the perfect high — is notoriously difficult, even for professional fund managers. Most financial experts recommend a strategy known as dollar-cost averaging, where you invest a fixed amount at regular intervals regardless of market conditions. This approach means you automatically buy more shares when prices are low and fewer when prices are high, smoothing out the impact of volatility over time. Consistency and patience tend to outperform market timing for the majority of everyday investors.
