The Australian share market makes up less than 2% of the world’s share markets by market capitalisation. Trading international securities opens up the remaining 98%. Each year sees an increase in the number of investors keen to enter the space — 34% now own international shares. More and more participants offer the opportunity. What does this mean for the range of research and tools that should be provided to support investors? Can bells and whistles tools be provided while keeping fees low? What are the implications for Australian equities?
Professional standards CPD: 0.67 Client care and practice
ASIC RG146 CPD: 0.67 Specialist knowledge - securities