The Swiss franc (CHF) has long been considered a stable currency in the global economy and is often purchased by investors when the stability of other foreign currencies is at risk due to adverse economic or political environments. The franc’s stability is due to measures by the Swiss Central Bank to control the currency’s value
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Throughout a lifetime, a person can save large amounts of money and collect valuable assets. To ensure their assets and valuables are kept in the family, many people create wills, which are legal documents that dictate how they want their assets and funds distributed among the family and friends they leave behind when they pass
Estate planning fees were tax deductible, but they no longer are. First, estate planning is the general term that covers arranging one’s assets and property for distribution at death to beneficiaries. It includes the creation of legal documents such as trusts and wills, as well as that of directives such as durable power of attorney
The current year has been among the worst in recent times for growth stocks. The overall market sentiment has also been depressing, which is reflected in the U.S. investor sentiment (bull-bear spread). Of course, potential recession, inflation, and contractionary policies are reasons for concern. However, it’s not the time to sell. On the contrary, it’s one of
In this article QCOM META PZZA CHEF DHT Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Source: Papa Johns Investors white-knuckled their way through last week as the major averages swung sharply, fueled by key inflation reports. On Thursday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average leapt 1,500 points from its low of the session to the highest point
This was the year when electric vehicles (or EVs) began to take hold firmly. And 2023 is shaping up to be when electric trucks enter the conversation. If you’re an investor with an appetite for risk and the time horizon to match, now is the time to think about the top EV truck stocks to
With some of the most recognizable and successful brands including Crest, Gillette, Pampers, Dawn, and Charmin in its vast portfolio, Procter & Gamble (PG) serves nearly five billion people around the world. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, with operations in 180 countries, P&G is also the world’s largest advertiser. The largest owners of P&G stock are institutional
A proliferation of financial designations has flooded the professional marketplace. The need for greater specialization brings an increased granularity to the profession and the evolution of financial markets. How useful a credential is to its holder and their employer depends upon one’s area of focus and the rigor and scope of the designation. Key Takeaways
Preston Pysh talks with Sam Callahan about what Central Bank Digital Currencies are and how they could potentially be used as a censoring tool for global governments. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00:00 – Intro 00:00:40 – Sam’s comments on the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) excitement for Ethereum’s (ETH) Proof of Stake Merge. 00:12:33 –
Welcome to Traders TV Tuesday and today we have a question from Paul that asks “Do you need to go to school or have a college degree to become a successful stock trader?” Well, Paul if you’re talking about the traditional sense in terms of education which I assume you are, you don’t need to
Lots of bottom-callers are wishing it was over, but the pain has hardly begun. zacks.com zacks.com/ultimate
Armour Inc. (NYSE: UA) has been a leading performer in the performance apparel space since its 1996 launch. The Baltimore-based company made a splash with its lines of sportswear and accessories made from synthetic microfibers that help regulate body temperature and improve athletic performance. But like many retailers, Under Armour is struggling to compete with
[embedded content] Now, I’m not a gold guy. But lately, we’ve noticed many similarities between today’s price action and that of 2008. Today, gold is seen as a safe-haven asset. But for a large part of the 2008 crash, gold plunged along with stocks – until the selloff’s finale. The selloff got intense. The Fed
While it may not be the most glamorous of presents, life insurance can be a valuable gift and a way to maintain financial security if the worst happens. In most cases, individuals take out life insurance policies with the expectation that an insurer will pay a sum of money known as a death benefit to
With volatile markets, investors may want to focus their attention on under the radar dividend growth stocks. These are companies that growth revenue and, or profits at a faster rate than the broader market. At the same time, they provide dividend payments, enabling a best-of-both-worlds. As for ultimate growth potential, these under the radar dividend
There are plenty of sayings about how the act of giving may in fact be the greatest gift of all. Charitable donations allow you to put this philosophy to work, as it can be highly rewarding to make a positive financial impact on the causes you care about. Contributing to a donor-advised fund (DAF) is
[embedded content] In this week’s episode, we check in on some of our No. 1 picks. Our “Big Three” – climate tech, space, and robotics – remain our favorite sectors for 2023. In fact, if we were bullish on climate tech before, we’re ultra-bullish now. While the summer’s skyrocketing gas prices are finally normalizing, OPEC+
Consumer staples are items considered essential for everyday life. This category typically includes clothing, food, and personal care items that everyone purchases on a regular basis. Accordingly, consumer staples stocks are simply shares of companies that produce and sell those items. Consumer staples stocks tend to perform well in difficult times, and have become synonymous
Sometimes, when it comes to investing, under-the-radar stocks are a much better option than very well-known names. For example, few people heard of Moderna (NASDAQ:MRNA) before the coronavirus pandemic or even in the pandemic’s early days. However, MRNA stock turned out to be a wonderful investment for those who bought it in the first half
If you are a typical U.S. worker nearing retirement, you have been shoveling money into the Social Security system through payroll or self-employment taxes for decades. It’s possible that, over time, you and your employer together have paid more than $200,000 into the system on your behalf. If you also figure in the time value