Stockspot’s philosophy on investing is that over the long run a portfolio that is well diversified across assets, countries and sectors will give our clients the best risk-adjusted returns.

Confusion and complexity surrounding hedged or alternative investment strategies can prevent investors from choosing these strategies – instead, they are favoured by institutional investors or super funds. But there are clear opportunities and advantages in incorporating alternatives into your portfolio.

India is now the fastest-growing country in the world. Importantly, the growth is forecast by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to continue, even while other countries, such as China, slow. These strong growth projections are driven and supported by compelling political, economic and grass-roots changes that are underway in India.

According to the mainstream media, investors have only one option when it comes to increasing yield – invest in blue-chip stocks. There is, however, an emerging alternative in the form of peer-to-peer lending that increasingly deserves to be in the conversation.

Fractional property crowdfunder DomaCom remains open to identifying investments in Australian agribusiness, in the wake of the potential sale of Kidman & Co to mining magnate Gina Reinhart and Chinese interests, with the announcement of a new campaign

When it comes to investing, many people prefer the safety of big companies rather than backing the small ones. Many of us think bigger is better. But when it comes to initial public offerings (IPO), the reverse may be true.