Investments

Is there really such a thing as a safe haven asset?

The term ‘safe haven assets’ is often bandied about - but this catchall phrase shows that there is confusion about what they are and how they work.

Roaring or meowing twenties

The world is experiencing a phase of rapid economic expansion as the vaccine-aided reopening of economies is supported by substantial fiscal and monetary support, particularly in the US and other rich nations.

Inflation: The silent killer

To understand inflation, one needs to understand the implication of what, for example, 4% inflation actually means, and the effect it has on your spending power. Many people refer to the current inflation rate without understanding the implication it has in real life.

Investment risk as one of the key risks faced in retirement