GYC Insights
An extensive library of financial articles rooted in research and data-science, written with the experience of decades in the industry.
Why Planning Your Finances is Like Planning a Holiday!
Just like planning a holiday, planning your finances means making lots of decisions and preparing yourself for the unexpected.
Our 'Market Forecast' for 2019
Expert market forecasters have an average accuracy of only 45%. Why do you still want to listen to them?
Christmas Sales!
Shoppers flock excitedly to sales, hoping to get coveted goods at a lower price. Why don't investors approach stock market sales the same way?
Do You Have Enough Money to Stop Working?
How can you find out if you can afford to stop working?
How Non-Financial Factors Can Affect Your Retirement Happiness
What does it take to be happy in retirement?
Don't Mix Up Wants and Goals
If your only goal in investing is making more money, you are setting yourself up for failure.
Why you need to keep calm in turbulent markets
Markets may seem scary right now, but there is no need to panic.
Don't Leave Home Without It!
Travel insurance is vital for those of us travelling overseas. Here are some things to look for.
Investing, Like Life, Is Always Uncertain
Investing is inherently uncertain. As in life, you will never be able to know exactly what will happen, but that should not stop you from investing.
Jumping Into The Deep End
There will never be a perfect time to invest, so take a deep breath and jump right in.
Winter is Coming
There are signs that the more than 30-year bond bull market is finally turning.
Is studying hard the key to investment success?
We are all familiar with the mantra that if we study hard, we will be able to do well. But is this also true for investing?
Doomsday warnings - what should you do?
The financial news is full of shocking pronouncements of doom. Should you be worried yet?
What Wine Can Teach Us About Investing
A great number of variables play a part in determining whether a wine will turn out to be great, good, or mediocre. Similar levels of care are also critical to good investment outcomes.
Children Can Teach You About Money
Having children forces you to reconsider the ways you spend your money.
Is Early Retirement a Realistic Expectation?
Is early retirement an unrealistic goal for most people? Here are some steps you can take to bring it within your reach.