Welcome to Shares Guru, your guide to Australian investing. If you find investing intimidating – it doesn’t have to be. SharesGuru is here to demystify the world of shares and empower you with the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions about your financial future.
Whether you’re a complete beginner looking to make your first trade or an intermediate investor seeking to refine your strategy, you will find SharesGuru to be your go-to resource.
This site will walk you through everything from the basics of how the ASX works to advanced concepts like dividend investing and technical analysis.
Begginer Guides
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What are financial investment instruments and securities?
Read more: What are financial investment instruments and securities?Have you ever wondered what exactly you’re buying when you invest? You’re not just buying an abstract idea; you’re acquiring a financial investment instrument. Think of it as a tool or a contract that has monetary value and can be easily bought and sold. These instruments are the building blocks of the financial world, allowing…
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Shares vs stocks
Read more: Shares vs stocksWhen you start your investing journey in Australia, you’ll often hear the words “shares” and “stocks.” While they are often used interchangeably, understanding the simple difference between them is a great first step. At its core, a share is a popular type of investment that makes you a part-owner of a company. When a company…
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Companies and Business Structures
Read more: Companies and Business StructuresWhen you think of a business, you might picture the owner, but many businesses are a distinct legal entity called a company. In law, a company is considered a separate “body corporate,” which is different from its owners. This means a company can do many of the same things a person can do, such as:…
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IPOs and the stock market: what you should know
Read more: IPOs and the stock market: what you should knowFor a private business to become a public company, it must convert its structure and comply with the legal requirements of a public securities exchange. This conversion process is known as an Initial Public Offering (IPO), or as it’s often called in Australia, a “float.” An IPO is a significant event for a company, as…
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Types of shares: A simple breakdown
Read more: Types of shares: A simple breakdownWhen you begin investing, you’ll encounter a variety of share types, each with its own characteristics. Understanding these differences is key to building a portfolio that suits your goals. Here is a breakdown of the most common types of shares available to Australian investors. Ordinary Shares The most common type of share is the fully…
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Risk vs. Reward: What you need to know
Read more: Risk vs. Reward: What you need to knowWhen you begin investing, it’s helpful to know that not all shares are created equal. They can be grouped by market perceptions of their risk and potential. This guide will help you understand the common types of shares you’ll encounter on the Australian share market and how they might fit into your portfolio. Blue Chip…