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Shares / Earnings forecasts
« on: August 05, 2014, 11:04:42 am »
Hi

Im trying to understand why analysts focus so much attention to companies earnings. Why is EPS such a popular measure of financial performance? Surely there are many limitations inherent in it?

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Shares / Re: Steinhoff
« on: March 19, 2014, 12:51:51 pm »
Can anyone explain why Steinhoff would want to acquire JG group? is it to protect their existing exposure? Surely JD Group is too big a mess to try and fix?

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Shares / Re: Retirement annuity advice
« on: February 28, 2014, 12:01:58 pm »
Thanks guys, all the contributions have made for interesting reading. For now, Im staying away from RAs.

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Shares / Retirement annuity advice
« on: February 25, 2014, 05:37:04 pm »
Hi all

Im hoping someone can advise on how to invest in a retirement annuity, as well as touch on the benefits of retirement annuity vs investing in equities.

Questions:
Do I need to use a broker to invest in a RA? I understand that depending on the product one invests in (life or unit trust) there is a monthly or upfront broker commission involved. Assuming I can invest without a broker would I save on this commission?

I understand that there is a significant tax benefit to a RA but also understand that funds can not be withdrawn without a penalty before the age of 55 unless I immigrate. Are there any other benefits/limitations I should be aware of?

Assuming I do invest in an RA, should all of my disposable income go into this or is it better to split this into RA and equities?

Thanks in advance.

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Shares / Re: Critique my Portfolio.
« on: November 18, 2013, 12:53:37 pm »
Hi Orca. I agree, its not just you that likes OMN. It seems to be a popular share in general. Im really just trying to understand why people are interested in it. Im definitely not criticizing the interest, Im merely trying to understand it and work out whether or not to add it to my portfolio.

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Shares / Re: Critique my Portfolio.
« on: November 17, 2013, 06:42:03 pm »
Hi Guys

Its interesting reading this thread especially for a novice investor. Its great to get input from people with more experience than me. I, like delusions, have learned from people on these types of forums. Ive still got a long way to go but the input and discussion has been hugely valuable. Thanks!

On that note...there is a lot of positive intrest in OMN. Why do you guys like it so much? What is it about the company that you believe will deliver a stellar performance going forward, considering it has already run quite a bit this year?

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