Investing

March 17, 2021Cash App rose to popularity as a competitor to Venmo, Zelle and other free money transfer services. The service is owned by Square and as its user base has grown, it also decided to take a dive into the brokerage… read more…

March 17, 2021Litecoin is a peer-to-peer cryptocurrency and open-source software project. A cryptocurrency is a digital “coin” that acts similarly to a traditional fiat currency. You can use cryptocurrencies to buy goods and services at retailers, though not nearly as many retailers accept cryptos as they do traditional money. The difference, though, is that while fiat currencies… read more…

March 17, 2021MyWallSt is a popular online stock-picking service that functions through the use of two different mobile apps. The main app is simply called MyWallSt, while Learn by MyWallSt gives users access to additional investment resources. MyWallSt has gained popularity by… read more…

March 16, 2021MetaTrader 4, also known as MT4, is an advanced trading platform that specializes in allowing users to create and automate complex trades. Owned by MetaQuotes Software, it also provides users with a wide range of market indicators to use when… read more…

March 16, 2021The world of cryptocurrencies can be a bit intimidating and full of technical language that may scare off some potential investors. One crypto, though, adds a bit of whimsy — Dogecoin, the crypto named after the Doge (pronounced DOJH) meme that was popular around 2013. Outdated meme references and cuddly shiba inus aside, Dogecoin is… read more…

March 11, 2021Monte Carlo simulation is a mathematical technique for considering the effect of uncertainty on investing as well as many other activities. A Monte Carlo simulation shows a large number and variety of possible outcomes, including the least likely as well… read more…

March 11, 2021A contract for difference, or CFD, is an agreement between a buyer and seller that is based on the price of a stock or other financial asset at a certain time in the future. If the price of the security… read more…

March 11, 2021Payment for order flow is a common practice in the investing world that lets retail brokers be paid by market makers, wholesalers and others in exchange their retail clients’ orders to buy and sell securities. Although it’s been criticized as a conflict of interest for brokers to be paid in this way, the longstanding system… read more…

March 11, 2021Low float stocks are favorites of day traders because the limited supply of these generally inexpensive shares can lead to exceptionally rapid changes in price. With the potential for great reward also comes the potential for great loss, however. The… read more…

March 11, 2021Bracket orders are a type of advanced securities order that help investors manage risk and maximize profits. They are especially useful for professional traders, day traders, swing traders, scalpers and others who may be exposed to significant risk and are… read more…

March 9, 2021Mutual funds can be a useful tool for increasing diversification in your portfolio but it’s important to understand what you might pay to buy and sell them. Some mutual funds carry loads or sales charges, while others don’t. A no-load… read more…

March 9, 2021Hedge funds and private equity are investment vehicles that are designed to appeal to high-net-worth investors. They can both offer higher return potential than investing in stocks or traditional mutual funds, though they can also carry more risk. While they… read more…

March 9, 2021Hedge funds are an investment vehicle you may consider as an alternative to individual stocks or mutual funds. A hedge fund manager decides how pooled funds should be invested in order to meet certain objectives. Hedge fund managers can be… read more…

March 8, 2021When stock prices experience rapid shifts, the conditions may be ripe for a squeeze. In this scenario, investors may find themselves buying or selling shares of stock outside their normal trading pattern in order to minimize losses. A gamma squeeze… read more…

March 8, 2021Do you want to convert currencies? Would you like to learn about historic exchange rates or transfer money internationally? Most importantly, would you like to invest in foreign currencies to boost your portfolio’s performance? OANDA advertises itself as the place… read more…

March 5, 2021When researching stocks, there are two approaches you can use: fundamental analysis and technical analysis. The former focuses on the financial health of a company while the latter focuses on how the company’s shares are trading. Bollinger Bands are one… read more…

March 5, 2021Mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETF) allow you to own a basket of securities, helping with portfolio diversification. When choosing which type of funds or ETFs to invest in, you may be wondering if active or passive management is better.… read more…

March 5, 2021When investing in mutual funds, it’s important to understand the fees you’ll pay. A sales load is a commission fee that applies when you buy or sell shares of a mutual fund. There’s more than one type of sales load… read more…

March 5, 2021Interest rates can have a significant impact on the economy as a whole and your personal financial life. When tracking changes to interest rates, the stock market is often a major focal point, as rates can affect investors directly and… read more…

March 5, 2021As a threshold matter, we need to point out that reviewing AvaTrade is an academic exercise for most readers. While it’s valuable to understand the way that different firms approach investment and finance, at time of writing AvaTrade has not… read more…

March 4, 2021Both initial public offerings (IPOs) and direct listings are ways for companies to make their shares available for purchase by listing them on public exchanges. However, there are key differences between the two that you’ll want to be aware of… read more…

March 4, 2021FOREX.com is a trading platform that lets users trade foreign currency pairs. This is a relatively rare asset class, one which even few full service trading platforms offer. While using FOREX.com feels somewhat like trading on a legacy system, this is… read more…

March 4, 2021IG is a platform that enables you to trade one thing, foreign currencies. Forex is a niche and highly risky asset class, which makes IG itself a fairly niche service. But it is a well-designed, well-built niche service. If you are… read more…

March 2, 2021If you’re looking to add stability and security to your investment portfolio, bonds can be a valuable tool for diversification. However, you may wonder whether it’s better to invest in bond funds—whether mutual funds or exchange-traded funds (ETFs)—or purchase individual bonds. Both options come with distinct advantages, but the right choice depends on factors like… read more…

March 2, 2021Setting priorities in the process of creating a solid financial position can be challenging. The financial planning pyramid provides a visual explanation and reminder to help people make the right moves at the right time. It aims to keep people from taking inappropriate risk by gauging the relationship between risk and reward. The pyramid also takes… read more…