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    Finding safe and sound alternative investments

    Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 15/09/2013

    » Investors' expectations have been reshaped since the turmoil of the 2008 financial crisis. Whereas solid returns from traditional investments were once the norm, today's investor is happy to beat inflation expectations. Finding good opportunities is another matter altogether.

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    Peaking Dow: Will history repeat?

    Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 24/03/2013

    » Recent advances in stock markets are pointing to a brighter future, reflecting improvements in the US economic outlook. But are we really basing expectations on solid fundamentals, perhaps treading on thin ice? Markets reflect recent volatility, yet the fear factor is declining. Where are we heading?

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    Can gold give you shelter from the perfect storm?

    Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 31/03/2013

    » Equities and gold traditionally fare best during inflationary cycles, and the question is when, not if, inflation will emerge again. Current economic wisdom is that fuelling inflation is acceptable to kick-start economies again. So far expats have mainly seen the downsides of monetary policy implementation, ranging from negligible saving rates to home currency devaluations and pension income dilution.

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    Dividends vs growth: It's a balancing act

    Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 03/03/2013

    » Are equity investors approaching a bubble scenario in terms of yields? The flight to dividend-paying shares over the last few years has pushed underlying stock values to the point where a correction could result in a sharp reduction of capital values of income-producing shares.

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    It's time for a brand new banking review

    Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 15/04/2012

    » It's been a while since we looked at banking and the merits of taking time at least once a year to conduct a thorough review of your personal financial situation (see "Net Worth", "Annual banking review", Dec 19, 2010). We all know that bank accounts are essential. We use them as a convenient place to keep our cash safe, to withdraw it as needed, to receive regular salary deposits or other income, and to manage our personal finances. Most people use their accounts for paying bills and set up regular payment schedules so they don't forget.

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