If January’s trading action is any indicator, AI is expected to remain a key theme in 2025. How did Selfwealth investors respond to major developments in this space?

The Australian share market roared to life in January, delivering one of the best opening months of recent years. How did investors respond?

Selfwealth CEO, Craig Keary, started out in stockbroking in 1987 and has worked across Australia, Japan, and the UK. Over the years, he’s seen markets fluctuate, but successful long-term investing is built on fundamental principles. Here are some key strategies for sustainable wealth creation.

Being a parent or guardian to a child comes with many responsibilities. Among those responsibilities is education when it comes to finances.

Having lived in Japan, I've witnessed the profound impact of concepts like ikigai on daily life and long-term decisions.  The Japanese emphasis on balance and purpose resonates deeply, particularly when considering financial independence and investing. 

Setting financial goals is much like planning a momentous mountain climb. Climbing Mount Fuji is a great analogy for achieving your planned and intentional financial goals discovered through the ikigai process.

ETFs are one of the most popular investment choices, but there are still a number of misconceptions that surround them. We’re tackling these myths head on.

Global markets have been captivated by the artificial intelligence theme over the last couple of years. For investors, there are several ways to invest in this space.

With the electric vehicle industry expected to continue growing and dominating the car market globally, how can you gain exposure to this investment thematic?

After a strong 2024, investors are ready to shift their focus to the year ahead. Which investment themes could represent opportunities in 2025?

This article was produced on 21 January 2025. It is important to always do your own research before making decisions about investing. Past performance is not an indicator of future performance.

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A short video presentation from Craig Keary, CEO of Selfwealth, and Arnie Selvarajah, Co-CEO of Bell Financial Group.

As the election took centre stage last month, what were the investing themes doing the rounds, and which shares were Selfwealth investors buying and selling?

As the ASX surged to an all-time high, these shares gained the attention of the Selfwealth community in November.

With Australia representing just 2% of the global equity market, ETFs like VGS and IOO offer global reach for opportunities in overseas markets.

In the final chapter of this five-part series with the Australian Shareholders Association, Craig Keary connects back to the importance of goal setting and looks at it through the lens of the Japanese concept of ikigai