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Get up to speed on investing in the sharemarket and beyond.
The Essentials
Learn the basics of investing in the sharemarket.
What are shares and how do they work?
3 min read
Shares are a way for companies to raise money for the operation of their business. When you buy shares, you're purchasing a part of that business. Learn about how shares work.
How much does it cost to invest in shares?
3 min read
By understanding the costs of investing, you’ll have a better idea of how much money you can make from an investment. Learn about the different costs associated with investing.
Your investment glossary
6 min read
Every investor’s go-to guide on the most common investing terms.
Why should I invest in shares?
2 min read
Investing in shares could help you build your wealth more effectively than saving alone. Discover how investing could help you achieve your financial goals.
The Next Level
Already know the basics? Level up your investing knowledge.
What is diversification and how does it work?
4 min read
Diversification is an investment strategy that involves spreading your investments to reduce risk.
Five common investing mistakes and how to avoid them
2 min read
Invest in the sharemarket with confidence. Discover how you can avoid these common investing mistakes.
What are blue-chip stocks?
1 min read
Blue-chip stocks are shares distributed by well-established, trusted and reputable companies. Learn more about blue-chip stocks and how to spot one.
What are the tax implications of investing in shares?
2 min read
Understand the tax implications of investing in shares in Australia, from the nuances of capital gains tax to franking credits.
Master the markets
More from The Academy, only available on the CommSec app.
The Game Plan
Plan your next move and start investing with confidence. What you'll learn:
- How to create an investment strategy
- The difference between ETFs and individual stocks
- Investing in global sharemarkets
- How to spot different trends in the markets
The Mastery
Take control of your portfolio with advanced tools and strategies. What you'll learn:
- Margin loans are and how they work
- Estate planning for investors
- What Exchange Traded Options are and how they work
- Warrants and how they work
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Most popular articles
What are dividends?
2 min read
Dividends are payments made by a company to its shareholders from its earnings or reserves. They allow investors to share in the company's profits.
What are the different types of investments?
3 min read
There are four main types of investments, also known as asset classes, each with their own benefits and risks. Find the investment type that’s right for you.
Why should I invest in shares?
2 min read
Investing in shares could help you build your wealth more effectively than saving alone. Discover how investing could help you achieve your financial goals.
What are the risks of investing in shares?
2 min read
When you invest in shares, the value and price of shares can fluctuate. Sometimes, external factors like conflict or political events can affect the market. Discover how you can manage risks when investing.
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The Commonwealth Direct Investment Account is issued by Commonwealth Bank of Australia ABN 48 123 123 124 AFSL 234945. This product is administered by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814 (CommSec), a wholly owned but non-guaranteed subsidiary of the Commonwealth Bank of Australia.
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The Commonwealth Direct Investment Account TMD can be located on the CommBank website. The Exchange Trades Options TMD can be located on the CommSec website. There can be high levels of risk associated with trading in Options; only investors familiar with the risks of Options trading should consider these products.
CommSec Margin Loans are issued by Commonwealth Bank of Australia and administered by Commonwealth Securities Limited.
Warrants are financial instruments issued by banks and other institutions which are traded on ASX Limited and Cboe Australia Pty Limited. They are a form of derivative giving the holder the right to trade (Buy or Sell) or cash settle the underlying instrument (eg shares in a company, a currency, an index or a commodity or a managed investment) with the warrant issuer for a particular price at a particular time according to the terms of issue. Warrants are issued pursuant to a Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) which may be amended or supplemented from time to time. You should carefully consider the PDS before making any investment decision, including whether to acquire, or continue to invest in that product.
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