CFD trading allows the trader to earn profits without owning the underlying asset. Traders make their money from market shifts. The focus is on the price movement of the asset…
In the world of trading, new technological developments are constantly changing the way traders go about investing in the assets of their choice, and the advent of online trading in…
Whether you are travelling to another country or making a costly purchase international purchase, you’ll need to ensure your funds are safely transferred internationally. The amount involved would be high…
When Donald Trump swept to power on a tidal wave of half-truths and propaganda last year, it was easy to overlook his core appeal among the electorate. A self-proclaimed man…
The world’s financial markets are affected by many things, from adverse weather to political machinations, so it should come as no surprise to hear that when news broke of failed…
The NYSE, NASDAQ, S&P 500, and…FIFA? What does the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) have in common with the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), the National Association of Securities…
Dividend stock investing in Canadian companies is a very popular strategy because these companies make up the bulk of the stock market gains in the long run and provide…
Ah, the time to retire has finally arrived. It’s time to shout it from the rooftops that you have successfully reached this stepping stone of life, right? Wrong. When the…
One of the biggest things attracting investors to China is massive population and economical growth. Investors must be careful when investing in chinese companies overseas because China lacks many of…
Opting to do a long term investment is one of the most gainful business ventures that a person can make. However, careful consideration of some factors in this area must…
The mobile space continues to heat up every day. Mobile apps, mobile transactions, mobile advertising and mobile devices are playing a key role in determining the value of the next…
A penny stock is typically defined as a common stock options trading outside the NYSE, NASDAQ, or AMEX exchanges and one that has a smaller than average marketplace capitalization and…
A credit fueled expansion of the Chinese economy is sending its commercial and infrastructural businesses into overdrive. A combined effort of more than 13.6 trillion yuan (4 trillion in stimulus…
Planning for retirement isn't always just basic math. Too many people plan with the aid of a retirement calculator, without understanding the inputs that go into these ultra-important calculations. Sweat…
Never have precious metals earned so much respect among investors. Financial advisers are suggesting precious metals to their clients, while TV commercials boast about the performance of gold and silver…
While American investors were busy enjoying their Thanksgiving dinners, global markets were shaken by word that Dubai asked for a payment holiday on the $59 billion it owes via its…
How do successful investors (not traders) view the investing universe? Are there any trends in the way they pick their investments? Here are some insights distilled from the methods and…
The Cox and Kings brand has evolved through over 250 years of history and today is one of the recognized holiday brands that cater to the overall travel needs of…
Global markets showed signs of fatigue in October with the MSCI All Country World Index dropping 1.6%. Emerging markets once again outperformed the developed world although the MSCI EM Index…
Millions of investors who bought gold in the last 12 months are undoubtedly very happy at the moment – considering that the yellow metal has risen 60% since last November…
With all the financial woes in the global economy, the worst thing an investor can do is to "freeze up." With all the ups and downs in the market, it's…
Technical indicators are signaling a buy in gold and silver. Gold started the year at $880 and its been volatile at times but the gold price will continue to rise.…
The need to maintain, replace and expand infrastructure is a costly global issue. According to Infrastructure Investment, infrastructure is a market where $25 trillion of capital will be invested over…
The global stock markets have rallied since the beginning of March, reaching a point where the growth could technically be considered a bull market. However, whether we’ve reached a bull…
Michael Kennedy, Chartered Financial Planner at Principle First discusses a few questions you should consider asking a financial adviser and/or financial planner. 1. Are You Independent? This is a very…
Looking back at S&P 500 returns from 1926 - 2004, it's estimated that dividends comprised 35% of total market price appreciation. Pretty substantial right? Wait, the case supporting dividends gets…
Successful investing takes discipline, commitment, and the courage to ignore what the crowd thinks. However, it's easy to succumb to these 5 investment mistakes when you lose focus. 1. Not…
Elliott Wave International, the world’s largest market forecasting firm, receives thousands of questions every year on their free Message Board. Here the company shares 6 of the recent critical questions…
Today’s stocks are so incredibly cheap that the estimated PE ratios are under their historical average, and the market as a whole is already more than 50% cheaper than just…
The best opportunity for investing in China has just opened, with the Chinese government pledging to do all it can to ensure that the 8% target growth rate is met…
The Chinese government has enacted a tremendous spending program to keep the economy moving. China is investing billions to improve infrastructure and boost its economy, which has been dependent on…
After an anxious wait of two months, President Elect Obama will take the oath of office on Tuesday, to uphold the constitution, becoming the 44th president of the United States…
Many people investing get confused about a common term on the balance sheet called retained earnings. Retained earnings go under the shareholders equity and they ARE NOT cash. Many people…
While using the PE Model to value shares is both easy and intuitive, there are a number of flaws with it. The most notable of these flaws is that many…
Photo Credit: Don Ryan / Associated Press The sub-prime mortgage troubles continue to haunt the American economy, even after heating up tremendously just in the past quarter. As America’s banks…
Photo Credit: Telegraph UK The exchange traded fund FXI was created to track the returns of China’s largest companies. Consider this ETF to be the version of the Dow Jones…
Photo Source: Today's Seniors Network The holiday-filled summer and geopolitical threats are turning the marketplace into a prediction center for all things political and slightly economic. Oil’s recent run to…
Photo Credit: CNBC As oil prices rise and the cost to ship goods grows steadily, there is a boom waiting to happen in the shipping industry. Semi-trucks and other transportation…
Photo Credit: Xinhua To respond more efficiently to rebuilding efforts and humanitarian missions, the Chinese central bank is lowering its reserve requirements and lending standards in an effort to push…
First it was technology, then real estate, oil, and the rest of the commodities, including food, but what comes next in this wild market of endless bubbles. Where is the…
There has been a resurgence of news surrounding dilution and its impact on the credit crunch. Dilution means that the company is issuing new shares of itself to sell, without…
During times of stock market uncertainty, much emphasis is placed on market timing. For the long term investor, market timing is of little importance. A few dollars difference on the…
Last month, the Fed took a drastic step to cut rate twice by a total of 125 basis points. And with a drop of 225 basis points since last fall,…
Relative Strength Index actually is not relative at all – it is an oscillator meant for the comparison of buying strength to the price or value of a security. Usually…
Microchip giant Intel (INTC) has been taken for a rollercoaster pricing ride in the start of 2008. Fear of worsening economic conditions has pushed down the price of Intel by…
With all of the variable fluctuations plaguing the American financial markets, investing overseas gives your portfolio an extra cushion of risk management. However, considering that every country has its own…
President Bush’s positive words continuously supporting the economy has finally come to a delayed end. On Monday, President Bush finally admitted that America faced “economic challenges,” prompting a Congressional review…
For an investor already diversified among equities, real estate is a solid instrument for overall portfolio diversification. While the American real estate market stagnates to its lowest volume in the…
When it comes to conducting research on your investments, Sec.gov is literally your best friend. I often browse the Edgar database when I need to dig up some research on…
Earlier today, I had the opportunity to visit Starbucks for the first time all year long. I'll document my first legitimate investor trip to the local downtown Starbucks, and explain why Starbucks is bigger than just coffee.
Great companies change the world as we see it, and investors in these businesses benefit from the profits they generate. Because of such realities, you spend hours researching today's companies in search for the next Microsoft or IBM, so you may retire rich on an exotic beach in San Juan while sipping your favorite tropical beverage, without a care in the world.
Investing in Vanguard global index funds gives your portfolio the extra global diversification for a fraction of the cost of traditional mutual fund expenses. The truth is 80% of fund managers do not beat their fund matching benchmarks. So if you invest in a benchmark, rather than an overworked fund manager's often speculative stock picks, Vanguard is a good place to start.
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I called up my Fidelity broker to inquire about investing in International REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts). Foreign REITs provide you with added global diversification, and safety against sharp US…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvp38tQyF44 Microsoft Excel is a highly useful tool to investors who wish to calculate EPS growth rates over a lengthy time period. By calculating EPS growth rates over a period…
Investing in India presents vast opportunities for global equity investors, especially when contrarian outlooks reveal beaten down value funds. The Indian Fund (IFN), a closed-end mutual fund that invests mainly…
Infosys Technologies LTD. (INFY) Infosys is the Indian master of IT outsourcing. Their consulting arm operates internationally in such countries as Australia, China, and the United States. This company is…
I have developed a keen interest in South African stocks lately. South Africa's GDP growth is projected at 5.3% on average for the next 5 years. In order to expedite…
Recent Dow Jones gains have made investors a lot of money, but a large bearish correction seems to be lurking somewhere amongst the midst of largely overvalued large caps stocks…
I want to share the story of my first 9 bagger, XM Satellite Radio (XMSR). I bought 20 shares in December 2002 for around $5 each. XM at the time…