- How to Invest $3 Million
So you have $3 million to invest. Maybe you saved up meticulously and well. Maybe you sold your company or wrote a best-selling novel. Maybe you simply won the lottery (fun in theory, but not a financial plan we recommend). First… read more…
- How to Invest $15,000: 8 Smart Investments
If you suddenly find yourself with a bit of cash to invest – a bonus, a big tax refund or a small inheritance – it can be a bit overwhelming. There are so many options available to investors, and it isn’t easy to know what to do. Depending on your financial needs and goals, when… read more…
- How to Build a Bond Ladder ETF
Bonds can offer a relatively safe way to invest and earn consistent interest income over time. A bond ladder exchange-traded fund (ETF) offers exposure to multiple bonds with varying maturity dates. Investing in a bond ladder ETF can help with… read more…
- Understanding How Social Trading Works
Social media makes it easy to stay connected to friends, family – and even your investment portfolio. The rise of social trading platforms allows investors to mimic the movements of their favorite investing influencers. It’s similar to copy trading, in that social traders look at what other top investors are doing then replicate that in… read more…
- How to Invest in Mexico
Mexico is the largest trading partner of the U.S. and it has boasted a top-15 largest economy in the world in recent years. In Latin America, it’s the second-largest economy, with only Brazil ahead of it. Mexico is still considered an emerging market by most even given its strong economic position among world economies. There are… read more…
- How to Invest in Africa
With nearly a third of the world’s mineral resources, significant energy reserves, abundant arable land and the fastest growing population of any continent, Africa represents a special opportunity for investors seeking exposure to under-developed economies. However, unstable national governments and frequent military conflicts, among other variables, help to make Africa an especially risky place to… read more…
- How to Invest in Gold Futures
Gold and other precious metals are an excellent way to diversify your portfolio. Adding securities that are non-correlated to the more common stocks, bonds and funds smooths out the fluctuations of the market. They also potentially increase returns and reduce… read more…
- How to Invest in Japan
The Japanese economy is the third-largest in the world, trailing only the United States and China. A market that size is one that many investors, understandably, don’t want to ignore. Here’s an overview of the Japanese stock market, as well as its investments, risks and requirements. Consider working with a financial advisor as you explore… read more…
- How to Invest in Canada
Canada is a wealthy, stable country that’s one of the major trading partners of the U.S. and among the top countries in global trade. Its gross domestic product (GDP) is about $1.6 trillion as of 2021, and its economy has strong service industry and natural resource components. It has a stable monetary policy, aiming for… read more…
- How to Invest in Farmland
Farmland as an alternative investment is a potentially profitable way to diversify your portfolio and minimize risk. Returns on owning farmland, or investing in one of several farming-adjacent sectors, don’t necessarily move with the traditional market. Instead, the land itself can increase in value, you can receive rental or lease payments, own a farm REIT… read more…
- You Need to Know This About Investing in China
As the world’s largest country by population and second-largest by gross domestic product, China represents a major investment opportunity. The country has the biggest retail market and Chinese buyers consume more automobiles and smart phones than any other. However, investing in China carries significant risks, including its incomplete transition from a centrally planned economy to… read more…
- Here’s How to Invest in Wine
You’re likely familiar with the usual range of traditional investments like stocks, bonds and fixed-income securities. While these options suffice for many investors, many investors also add alternative investments to their portfolios. As a result, combined alternative assets under management hit an all-time high in 2020 – $7.4 trillion. Faced with the unpredictable stock market, you… read more…
- How to Invest in Crypto ETFs
There’s currently one way to buy cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds in the U.S. — through the Bitcoin Strategy ETF that deals in Bitcoin futures traded on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. More such possibilities are on the horizon stateside, but these products… read more…
- How to Invest in Blockchain
Blockchain is a peer-to-peer distributed ledger technology (DLT) system that is decentralized. It makes the records of digital transactions transparent and unchangeable. Blockchain is a relatively new and exciting technology that has gained a lot of interest from investors. Some think… read more…
- Ways to Invest and Use $5 Million
$5 million may sound like a vast sum, but without proper financial planning, it can deplete faster than expected. However, with smart investment strategies, you can make that wealth last for decades—potentially securing your financial future and allowing you to retire comfortably. Regardless of your current age, disciplined investing and prudent money management can help… read more…
- Your Guide to Green Investments
Green investments support companies, governments, and organizations that promote environmentally friendly practices. Those practices may include natural habitat preservation, green building, water conservation, and production or distribution of renewable energy. Green investing is often associated with socially responsible investing (SRI), though SRI extends to more than just environmental causes. There are different ways to promote… read more…
- How Liquidity Premiums Are Calculated and Paid
A liquidity premium is the extra compensation required to get an investor to buy a security that is more difficult to sell quickly at a fair market price than an alternative. In other words, a security with a high liquidity risk – one that is difficult to sell relatively quickly at a fair price –… read more…
- Guide to Renewable Energy Investments
Renewable energy is the future. The declining supply of fossil fuels, like coal, and climate change, which carbon-based energy has helped the cause, are the two main reasons for our movement toward renewable energy. Renewable energy investment can be an attractive investment for many investors due to its potential, but it also may be risky due… read more…
- How to Read Stock Charts: An Investor’s Guide
Starting your journey as a new investor can feel overwhelming, especially when faced with the need to learn certain foundational skills. One key skill worth mastering is reading stock charts. These charts provide a snapshot of a stock’s performance at any given moment, offering valuable insights. At first glance, stock charts might appear complex, but… read more…
- How to Invest With Averaging Down
When a stock you own declines in value, you may be wondering what to do next. You can sell and accept the loss, do nothing and hope the stock’s value climbs again or buy additional shares while the price is low. This third strategy, known as averaging down, could allow you to increase your position… read more…
- How to Invest in Oil Markets
Oil prices have had a remarkable year. Historically volatile, like most commodities, oil prices tumbled during the pandemic to the point where they dipped into negative territory, meaning it cost more to store a barrel of oil than the product… read more…
- How Does the Fama-French 3 Factor Model Work?
The Fama-French Three Factor model is a formula for calculating the rate of return on a given asset. Like many (if not most) such models, it offers an estimated value based on market factors at large. In this case, investors… read more…
- How to Invest in Dividend Kings
Incorporating dividend-paying stocks into your investment portfolio can be a strategic way to generate passive income and enhance long-term wealth accumulation. The key consideration is identifying which dividend stocks offer the best potential for stability and growth. One compelling option is investing in Dividend Kings, which is a select group of companies that have consistently… read more…
- Calculating Hurdle Rates for Investments
Hurdle rate is a term describing the minimum return an investor requires before deciding to buy a security or make another type of investment. It is expressed as a percentage. That is, if an investment promises to provide a return… read more…
- How to Invest in the Pakistan Stock Exchange
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), formerly known as the Karachi Stock Exchange, was created when exchanges in Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad were merged by the Pakistan government. The PSX is now the only stock exchange in Pakistan. With 546 companies… read more…