Kylie Purcell

1 month ago | finder.com.au | Kylie Purcell

Women are buying more stocks — so why is the wealth gap worse than ever? For decades, investing wasn't just dominated by men — it was built by them, for them. "It was designed to impress other men, not women." nab's Gemma Dale told me in an interview a few years back. As nab's director of investor behaviour, Dale's spent years watching Australia's investment landscape evolve. She's seen more women enter the market, more platforms cater to them and more women talking about their investments.

1 month ago | finder.com.au | Kylie Purcell

Why investing isn’t just for math whizzes — and other myths Rosenberg wants to bust. (Note: Some quotes have been edited for clarity and brevity). When it comes to breaking barriers and making an impact, Armina "Arms" Rosenberg is no stranger to the game. As a powerhouse in finance, she’s been paving the way for women, challenging the status quo, and proving that when it comes to the big numbers, she's the one setting the tone.

2 months ago | finder.com.au | Kylie Purcell

Lower rates are usually great news for the stock market, so why did Australian stocks fall after the RBA's announcement? The S&P/ASX 200 index ended 0.7% lower on Tuesday after the central bank cut the cash rate by 25 basis points, Australia's first rate cut in 4 years. It comes as much anticipated relief following 13 cash rate increases in the last 2 years alone. But while mortgage holders may be breathing a sigh of relief, the stock market had other ideas. So, what gives?

2 months ago | finder.com.au | Richard Whitten |Kylie Purcell |Rebecca Pike

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2 months ago | finder.com.au | Kylie Purcell

Falling rates are a boon for the stock market, but not all sectors are winners. If we're to believe most experts and the "market" at large, the RBA is expected to cut the cash rate on Feb 18 in what is one of the most anticipated interest rate decisions of recent years. And with the S&P/ASX 200 index tapping a new record high on Friday, it looks like the Aussie stock market is already in celebration mode. Low interest rates are usually great news for stocks.