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Investment update: Conflict in Iran and the Middle East

Markets have reacted to conflict in Iran and the Middle East. Here’s why there’s nothing Stockspot clients need to do.

Finance, Investing, Life

The mistake that shaped how I invest

After losing 99% during the tech bubble, I learned why diversification and expectations matter more than chasing the next big theme.

Investing

How Stockspot keeps your money safe

Here’s how Stockspot protects your money and keeps your personal data secure.

Global Share ETFs, Investing

Covered call ETFs, high income at what cost?

Are covered call ETFs like JEPI, QYLD, UYLD and AYLD worth it? We compare 3 year returns and explain the long term trade offs.

Investing

Why long-term investors should ignore earnings season

Earnings season grabs headlines, but reacting to quarterly results often adds risk, not returns.

Investing

Topaz Inflation Portfolio: Your Questions Answered

The Topaz Inflation Portfolio is designed for high-growth investors wanting to protect purchasing power when inflation expectations rise.

Investing

What are the best crypto and bitcoin ETFs in 2026?

How to invest in cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin in Australia, using an exchange traded fund (ETF) on the ASX.

Investing, Super

Gold’s changing role in portfolios: and what investors should do next

Gold is up 150% in three years, yet most investors and super funds missed it. This isn’t a bubble: it’s a regime change, and the cost of ignoring it has been enormous.

Investing, Reports

What was the best performing ETF in Australia in 2025?

Stockspot ranks the 5 best performing ETFs in Australia in 2025.

Investing

Private school fees or a home deposit?

For many Australian families, the real dilemma isn’t private school versus public, it’s whether school fees today cost their children a home deposit tomorrow.

Investing, Life

What are the best investing apps for kids?

Investing for kids is an investment in their future. It teaches them valuable skills that will serve them well throughout their lives and empowers them to take control of their financial future.

Investing

What are the best growth ETFs of 2026?

We review the best high growth ETFs on the ASX and discuss whether growth ETFs are a good investment in 2026.

Investing

What are the best high interest cash ETFs in Australia in 2026?

How to invest in a high interest savings account through an exchange traded fund (ETF) on the ASX.

Investing

What are the best ASX property and real estate ETFs in 2026?

How to invest in property using an exchange traded fund (ETF). We compare the best property and real estate ETFs.

Investing, SMSF, Super

Best performing super funds in Australia in 2025

We compare the returns of popular super funds in Australia in 2025. See which super funds performed best and why.

Investing

What are the best tech ETFs of 2026?

How to invest in technology using an exchange traded fund (ETF). We compare the best tech ETFs on the ASX for 2026.

Investing

How to choose the best ETFs in Australia

With 400+ ETFs on the ASX, learn how to pick low-cost, broad ETFs for a durable core portfolio.

Global Share ETFs, Investing

What are the best global & international share ETFs on the ASX in 2026?

We road test 12 popular Global share ETFs, comparing them across 5 factors.