UCITS vs U.S. ETFs – Pros and Cons for Non-US Investors

April 8, 2024 Raph Antoine

ETF Domicile is not very glamour. And something that most new investors won’t pay attention to. While fees and index tracking frequently steal the spotlight, the domicile’s pivotal role in portfolio performance cannot be overstated.

Some of our readers from Latin America, Asia and Middle East know how to optimise their tax bill.

But here is what most investors ignore, and may pay a heavy price for it.

Should You Invest In Gold In 2024?

April 8, 2024 Raph Antoine

Bankers are a rational bunch unless you talk to them about Football or Gold.

Gold is a controversial topic, and there are a lot of misconceptions about it and facts that may surprise you. Some investors avoid it, since it does not generate any yield. But, portfolio managers and traders, including prominent ones, allocate personal savings to Gold.

If we don’t subscribe to the doom predictions of gold bugs and take emotions out of the equation, is buying Gold a wise choice?

The Long Game – 2024 Guide To Asset Class Returns

April 8, 2024 Raph Antoine

2022 reminded us that trees don’t grow to the sky. But, for equities, 2022 losses meant 2023 gains. Over the past decade, Global Equities have gained over 215% and returned 7.9% annually.

Today, it’s time to rebalance your portfolio – maybe buy some losers (I look at you – Bonds and Value Stocks), and revisit your plans for 2024 and beyond.