Sometimes it seems like everyone’s got a hot take on money. After all, money is something that affects all of us, whether we have it, don’t have it, wish we had more of it, or wish we could sell all our worldly possessions, move into a hut in the woods, and never deal with it again. And like most hot takes, some of them are good, some of them are bad, and some of them are just [...]
How to Invest in Emerging Markets
Emerging markets are countries that are experiencing rapid economic growth and industrialization but that do not have “fully developed” economies. The four largest emerging markets are “BRIC” countries, i.e., Brazil, Russia, India, and China. Also, Cambodia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Egypt, Turkey, and South Africa are emerging markets expected to rise to prominence over the coming [...]
How to Invest in the Energy Sector
From the time you wake up until the time you go to bed, you are using energy – and plenty of it. Because it is all around us, you might be wondering if it’s a good investment; and if so, what types of energy are the best investment? Red on to learn more about it. Oil & Gas For decades, oil and gas stocks have dominated the energy investment market. Though, they [...]
How Can I Invest to Help Climate Change?
In 2021, the United Nations’ Sixth Assessment Report warned of irreversible changes to the ocean and atmosphere due to climate change. Further, based on an IPCC forecast, it is a virtual certainty that global temperatures will continue to rise, increasing by at least two degrees Celsius by the year 2100. These real risks not only affect the planet but also affect the companies [...]
6 Investing Books That Can Change Your Life
Do you want to learn more about investments but are not sure where to start? The books listed below provide the actionable and jargon-free financial knowledge you are seeking as an investor. The Little Book of Common-Sense Investing: The Only Way to Guarantee Your Fair Share of Stock Market Returns by John Bogle John Bogle, the Vanguard Group founder who died in 2019, [...]
5 Investment Apps for Beginners
Are you looking for the best investing app to get your financial life on track after all this market volatility? The best investing apps can handle routine financial tasks, track spending, allow you to quickly trade stocks, follow your account in real-time, and help you learn about the markets. Below we will compare five popular investing apps so that you can determine which [...]
How Do Rising Interest Rates Affect the Stock Market?
In 2022, the U.S. experienced a significant rise in interest rates as well as a huge rise in inflation. This has altered the landscape for investors who have become accustomed to an extended low-interest rate period. So, what happens when interest rates rise, and what does it mean for your portfolio? For much of the decade prior to 2020, the U.S. Federal Reserve (“the [...]