An introduction to share investing—and whether it's right for you The ASX investor education team has been providing the essentials about share investing for over 30 years. The latest edition of Starting Out in Shares the ASX Way is your one-stop resource to understanding what shares are—and how to buy and sell them. Inside, you'll have the pros and cons of shares over other investments explained. Many people don't know how the sharemarket actually works—the ASX team takes you through this. In easy to understand language, they will cover the process of investing including: effective ways to manage a portfolio, tried-and-tested stock selection methods, how to set yourself up for share investment, how to analyse shares and their prices and much more. If you want to explore the opportunities of share investing, you've come to the right place. Serves as a resource for those looking for more information before getting started in the sharemarket Fully updated with the latest information for 2015 A glossary of ASX sharemarket terms is provided at the back of the book If you're a would-be or beginner investor looking for trusted information on how to begin buying and selling shares on the Australian market, Starting Out in Shares the ASX Way will give you the confidence and knowledge you need to succeed.

Mr. Taxman is back with essential money-saving tax tips for 2016-2017 101 Ways to Save Money on Your Tax – Legally! is the Australian taxpayer's essential guide to maximising returns. Comprehensively updated for 2016-2017, this indispensable resource explains all of the changes to the May 2016 budget to help you pay what you owe and not a penny more. You'll find answers to common questions, tax traps to avoid and plenty of tips from Mr. Taxman himself that can save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars! Leverage your business, education, family, property, medical expenses, levies, shares and superannuation to get the tax return you deserve – and are fully entitled to under Australian law. You'll also find expert advice for tax-effective investments, tax planning and how to find a great accountant, so you can position yourself for an even bigger return next year! Taxes are important, and they pay for things that are fundamental to a functioning society – but the government is only entitled to so much of your money. This book helps you determine exactly how much that is, so you can stop overpaying and start maximising your return. Maximise deductions for your family, business, investments and more Understand the latest changes to tax law Identify traps and errors before it's too late Access planning and filing tips for your specific situation Every year, so many Australians overpay their tax due to confusion surrounding tax law. Don't allow obscure language and complicated deductions to take money out of your pocket this year. It's your money, and you worked hard for it. Why pay more than you have to? 101 Ways to Save Money on Your Tax –Legally! shows you how to maximise deductions to maximise returns, and make sense out of your tax.

Improve your understanding of the Australian securities market with this approachable resource Starting Out in Shares The ASX Way, 4th Edition continues the series’ long tradition of excellence with another stellar entry. The book delivers essential information about investing in shares on one of the leading securities exchanges in the world: the Australian Securities Exchange. The book has been, and remains, a leading resource for would-be and beginner investors interested in the shares market. Filled with approachable and practical information, Starting Out In Shares The ASX Way explains to readers: Effective ways to manage a portfolio Tried-and-tested stock selection methods How to set yourself up for investment in shares How to analyze shares and share prices Perfect for novice and experienced investors interested in the stable and lucrative Australian market, Starting Out In Shares the ASX Way informs and enlightens readers with a practical, down-to-earth, and no-nonsense approach to share and securities investing.

Invest smarter in 2016 with this bestselling stock analysis guide Top Stocks 2016 is the definitive guide to Australia's best stock exchange picks. Internationally-renown financial journalist Martin Roth once again applies his rigorous analysis and stringent selection criteria to show you which public companies offer the best low-risk, long-term value for your money, regardless of your portfolio size. With clear organisation and easy-to-read formatting, this guide looks beyond share prices and cuts through the hype to assess every company on profitability, debt levels, and dividends. Over 100 tables provide guidance at a glance, so you can quickly assess any possible investment and make the best decision for your finances. Starting with the All Ordinaries index and carving out the fat, this invaluable guide distills a concise selection of premium companies across market sectors. Now in its 22nd edition, this book is Australia's bestselling sharemarket guide because Roth's methods have stood the test of time and weathered several stock market cycles. Why let another year go by without reaping the benefits of proven expert analysis? It's time you claimed your share. Get the experts' opinion on top Australian companies Compare sales and profits data, with in-depth ratio analysis Delve into the research on each company's overall outlook See where each company ranks according to financial data Don't waste another cent on trendy "hot" stocks or the next flash in the pan. Go with the evidence and proven track record of one of Australia's leading stock market authorities. You work hard for your money, so make your money work hard for you by investing smart with Top Stocks 2016.

Question everything – and become a better investor in the process Uncommon Sense takes readers on a four-century journey; from the dawn of public share ownership (in 1602) right up to today. But this is not simply a history book. It's a book for serious investors. Along the way it reveals the fascinating stories, the market characters and the important financial developments that have sculpted the thinking behind the value investor's craft. Blended throughout the narrative Kemp delivers an array of interesting anecdotes and rock solid logic regarding what works when investing in the stock market, what doesn't, and why. Early in the 20th Century, Charles Dow remarked of Wall Street Operators that 'the more they actually know, the less confident they become.' Continuing in the tradition of that simple, elegant statement, this enlightening and entertaining book will have you thinking, acting and succeeding on your own in your investment endeavours. Learn to question conventional wisdom at every turn and develop a healthy skepticism as you plan your own investment strategies Develop a rich understanding of the stock valuation process Discover the methods that have been used by successful investors from the dawn of the modern stock market (in 1602) right up to today Learn how to interact simply and successfully with markets that are vastly complex and largely inexplicable Uncommon Sense will have you questioning and doubting much that's stated about stock market investing, then developing your own winning strategy based on reason and understanding.

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This comprehensive book is aimed at both would-be or beginner investors who want objective information on how to begin buying and selling shares and investors who are familiar with how the share market works and want to exploit it to accumulate wealth more effectively.