Anyone who invests in the stock market assumes some amount of risk. But if we’ve learned anything in the last couple of years, it’s that a safe harbor in the securities market can be hard to find. We always encourage our readers to keep a diverse portfolio to maximize its potential. That means being sharp-eyed…
Generally, there are only a few ways to get rich quickly: Win the lottery Inherit money Put money into things that appreciate quickly Since you have no control over the first two, let’s talk about the third. Specifically, we’ll discuss small-cap stocks vs. large-cap stocks and why investing in small-cap stocks can be a quick…
For a guy who really doesn’t like puns – I sure do make a lot of them… I guess that makes me a hypocrite – but the fact remains – a good pun should produce a chuckle, and if it doesn’t, you did something wrong. With Alibaba (BABA) – I used the “open sesame” pun…
Building a portfolio isn’t just for people in suits with fancy finance degrees hanging on the wall. It’s something you can put together with a little bit of skill and knowledge so that you can generate real returns. Solid investments aren’t magic; they’re based on real-world data you can acquire and act upon yourself. What…
Buy low, sell high. This adage is the usual mantra of stock market investors, and in most cases, it works. But what if there was a way to generate a profit when a stock’s share price dips? Can you make a profit from a company’s collapse? Market strategists have devised ways of generating income by…
How many financial professionals do you know? If you have one multiple – if there is one thing that people like me look forward to every month – it would be the US jobs report. Why? Because there is so much we can learn about things going forward when it comes to investing and all…
Like any investment strategy, options trading is about finding a balance between risks and rewards. At its simplest, an option is a contract linked to specific securities (e.g., stocks or bonds), granting you the right to buy or sell those securities on a particular date for a specific price. The two basic contracts used in…
Buying and selling stocks for short-term gains can be a worthy goal for many investors, but there can be far greater value in playing the long game. Adopting a buy-and-hold strategy can generate significant profit if your stock picks increase in value over time. But like any other investment, this strategy requires careful planning and…
If you’re reading this – you’ve got an online presence… Which is essential in the 21st century if you want to have the ability to function. The internet has become such an integral part of our lives – that there is almost no aspect that isn’t affected by its existence. It has changed everything… Including…
What’s the difference between investing and gambling? In both cases, you’re seeking to gain money in the face of uncertainty. However, there’s a crucial difference. Investors base their decision on careful research and strategy, wisely making stock selections by relying on the best available data. That’s a far cry from simply “playing the odds.” Every…