The Australian share market is only 2.4% of the world. You’re missing out on lots of companies if you only invest here. Emma Kirk is Key Account Manager – Listed Funds at Magellan Financial Group.

“We're only about 2.4% of global markets. And I think that's the thing. We very much have a home bias. We love our Aussie stocks. We love our franking credits and there's nothing wrong with that, and it's a great way grow your wealth over time. But what you're missing out on is exposure to particular sectors that Australia just doesn't have. These are the likes of technology and consumer staples. The Australian market's dominated by resources and banks. And so you're missing out on different types of businesses that are growing exponentially.” - Emma Kirk

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