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Lessons in investing

Lesson 4: What is the stock market and how does it work?

Every day millions of shares, or equities, are traded on the world’s stock markets,

But how does the market decide what the shares are worth? How do we know if it's the right price? And is is it possible to spot shares that are 'mis-priced'?

INSIGHT: Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown

AcuityINSIGHT: Uneasy lies the head that wears a crownModern society loves a ‘star rating’. Most know what to expect if they book a 5-star hotel stay for a business trip when compared to a 3-star bed-and-breakfast for a weekend away. The investment field is no different, with many institutions offering their own spin on star ratings. We look at why the

INSIGHT: Coconuts versus sharks

AcuityINSIGHT: Coconuts versus sharksWhilst most of us would not think twice about the risks of sitting under a coconut tree whilst on a paradise island, we may worry far more about taking a dip in the sea for fear of a shark out there looking for lunch. But are we fixating on the wrong risks?

INSIGHT: Leverage: not without risk

AcuityINSIGHT: Leverage: not without riskLeverage, often referred to in investing as a ‘double-edged sword’, is another word for borrowing money to own more of an asset. In this issue we take a brief look at why our default approach is to invest in unlevered long-only strategies.

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