Category: <span>Investing</span>

How Shares Work in Ireland

15th August 2023 Financial literacy, Financial Wellbeing, Investing

Capital Gains Tax on Shares in Ireland Ireland does not have a particularly strong tradition on the purchase and sale of equities (shares). And, where it does, it can sometimes…

Neutralizing the three biggest threats to our financial wellbeing in 2022

15th December 2021 Financial Wellbeing, Investing, Retirement Planning

While 2022 is just around the corner, some risks to our financial wellbeing are already here. Inflation, stock market valuations and even interest rates are all in the spotlight and all three have the potential to inflict some financial pain. But it is possible to plan ahead and protect your personal financial wellbeing.

Q. Should I go the do-it-yourself investing route or use a financial adviser?

6th October 2021 Financial Wellbeing, Investing, Questions from the floor, Saving and Investing

People are being presented with an increasing number of options when it comes to investing. Some offer a robust do-it-yourself approach. But just because you can go the DIY route, should you?

How does financial I.Q. impact financial wellbeing?

14th September 2021 Financial literacy, Financial Wellbeing, Investing, Questions from the floor

In today’s world of complex money concepts, it is essential to have a grounded understanding of how it works. This is really important from a broad financial wellbeing perspective.

The difference between ESG and SRI investing

7th September 2021 Financial literacy, Financial Wellbeing, Investing

There is a growing demand for a more ethical approach to how companies are managed. Investors want to see that their money is invested wisely, in companies that care for their workers, society and the environment.

Q. How much could the China crackdown on tech firms impact my retirement fund and my long-term financial wellbeing?

2nd September 2021 Financial Wellbeing, Investing, Questions from the floor, Retirement Planning

The latest moves by Chinese authorities to ensure tech firms based there are in full regulatory compliance has impacted stock valuations. This can have far-reaching consequences, especially when it comes to pension funds.

Planning for back-to-school costs

4th August 2021 Family Budgeting, Investing

The cost of education in Ireland can be steep for families up and down the country. Parents and students need to take a long-term approach to planning and budgeting.

I’m 25, isn’t it too early to start a pension?

25th June 2021 Investing, Questions from the floor, Retirement Planning

Starting a pension may seem to be something for those at an advanced stage of their careers. However, due to the impact of compound interest, starting early is the smart choice.

How to protect your savings from inflation

31st August 2020 Financial Wellbeing, Investing

The recent announcement by the US Federal Reserve Chair, Jerome Powell that it would be prepared to tolerate higher inflation in order to boost jobs growth is a major shift…

Investing: taking a closer look at the ESG impact

10th July 2020 Investing

ESG considerations from an investing perspective has taken on a much more significant role in recent years. In fact, it is accelerating to a point, it may be forcing brands to make significance to how they operate, trade and manage employees.