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ETFs for Christmas? Here are my recommendations to put under your kids’ and grandkids’ tree

The exchange-traded fund (ETF) structure is the perfect way to give a young family member their first share investment. They’re structured to provide, in one stock, exposure to the investment performance of the stock portfolio. Such a thoughtful gift can grow both in financial value and life-lesson value over many years. Here’s a few ETFs that suit this purpose to a tee.

James Dunn · December 15, 2025

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Buy, Hold, Sell…What The Brokers Say

For the week ending Friday 12 December 2025, FNArena registered no less than 18 rating upgrades for individual ASX-listed companies versus six downgrades only.

Rudi Filapek-Vandyck · December 15, 2025

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Rate cuts good for stocks but AI concerns have returned

Is this Thanksgiving week stocks comeback the real thing or a real turkey?

Peter Switzer · December 13, 2025

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Questions of the Week

I have been wanting to buy Promedicus for some time – what do the brokers say? I invested in an insurance bond with AMP, but the current provider doesn’t think I meet the 10 year rule. What are my options? Can I profit if the US market tanks? What is the best rate on a 12 month term deposit?

Paul Rickard · December 11, 2025

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Three spicy Christmas stocks

For those who like some speculative spice on the stock exchange, here are three under-the-Christmas-tree candidates that should give holders at least some excitement – and, hopefully, some juicy gains.

James Dunn · December 11, 2025

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Two out-of-favour ETFs to watch in 2026

At this time each year, I pore through spreadsheets of the best- and worst-performing stocks and funds, paying extra attention to ETFs that have delivered poor returns over one year and try to understand why. Often, there’s a good reason. Opportunities can abound. Here are two to watch.

Tony Featherstone · December 11, 2025

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‘HOT’ stock: Sandfire Resources (SFR)

In our “HOT” stock article, Michael Gable, Managing Director of Fairmont Equities, explains why he says that Sandfire Resources (SFR) is a buy at current levels.

Maureen Jordan · December 11, 2025

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Boom, Doom, Zoom! | 11 Dec 2025: why isn’t the ASX surging after US rate cuts? PLUS: CSL, NextDC’s big AI deal and more

Markets have rallied on the back of US rate cuts—but the ASX hasn’t really followed suit and taken off. In this week’s episode, Peter Switzer and Adam Dawes unpack why Australia’s market is lagging comparatively and what opportunities may be emerging for investors.

SwitzerTV · December 11, 2025

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Are these stocks liked by Macquarie worth buying?

This is a crucial question for all investors because if I predict a sell-off and I’m right, then being defensive, say in cash, will get you around 4% while those exposed to growth could lose 15% or more.

Peter Switzer · December 8, 2025

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Here’s to choosing stocks for your kids or grandchildren this Christmas

I know at this time each year you’ll be expecting me to remind you that a great way to give your family a gift that keeps on giving is to consider starting or adding to their stock portfolio. Never wanting to disappoint, let me take you through this process.

Paul Rickard · December 8, 2025