Archive for April, 2020

  • Apr302020
    B Corps: Young girl placing a coin into a money box in the shape of a surf bus

    ‘B Corps’: Corporate social responsibility in action

    I had never heard of the concept of B Corps or ‘B Corporations’ until a feature in the Guardian caught…

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  • Apr292020
    Invest in vintage watches

    Alternative assets: Collecting vintage watches  

    Collecting vintages watches can be a fun, interesting and enjoyable hobby. It allows the owner the opportunity to purchase and…

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  • Apr282020
    Rare earth magnets: Wind turbine at sunset

    Rare earth magnets: What are they and what are they used for?

    It is believed that commercially, rare earth magnets are the most important of all the rare earth metals. So, if…

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  • Apr272020
    Rare earth metals: Assorted ceramic bowls on a table

    Rare earth metals: How they are used in industrial and consumer applications

    If you are thinking of investing in rare earth metals this article briefly explores the history of the commodity and…

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  • Apr242020
    Uses of platinum: a set platinum discs mounted against a pink backdrop

    Investing in platinum: What are the more common uses of platinum? 

    If you are thinking of investing in platinum this article summarises the most common uses of platinum in everyday life. …

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  • Apr212020
    Leverage ratio Debt to Equity ratio

    Investing in shares: The importance of the debt to equity ratio 

    This is part of an ongoing series of articles aimed at retail investors thinking of investing in shares. The series…

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  • Apr202020
    Investing in platinum: compass placed on a spreadsheet

    Investing in platinum: Factors determining price and quality

    If you are thinking of investing in platinum this article explains the factors that determine the price of platinum; how quality…

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  • Apr172020
    Promissory note Victoria Oil and Gas (VOG): Girl sitting at a table writing up a journal

    Corporate finance: What is a Promissory Note? 

    Individuals and companies do not need to use a financial institution or bank to raise finance nor do they need…

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  • Apr152020
    What is a diamond: Types of diamonds, A selection of gemstones arranged against a white background

    Investing in diamonds: Different types of diamonds explained 

    If you are thinking of investing in diamonds this article aims to give you some background information about the different…

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  • Apr142020
    Making a diamond: Icebergs in water

    Investing in diamonds: The process of making a diamond

    If you are thinking of investing in diamonds, this article looks at the steps involved in making a diamond.  How…

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