Russian stocks are “essentially worthless” based on pricing in the credit default swaps market, according to MSCI.The disconnect between pricing in Moscow’s stock exchange and the derivatives market is driven by trading restrictions for foreigners.Russian stocks could find redemption if the war against Ukraine ends and sanctions by Western countries are quickly lifted, MSCI said.… Continue reading Russian stocks are ‘essentially worthless’ after the Ukraine invasion based on pricing in a key derivatives market, MSCI says
Memorial Day Will be Different This Year
Memorial Day brings with it the unofficial start of summer: vacations, barbecues, and driving. With Americans more or less indifferent to any more variations of the coronavirus and chomping at the bit for a return to “normal,” plenty of folks are poised to hit the roads for the holiday. But there’s a huge damper hanging… Continue reading Memorial Day Will be Different This Year
Every Dinosaur in The Jurassic Park and Jurassic World Movies
With the new “Jurassic World Dominion” movie opening June 10, it’s time to brush up on your dinosaurs. Here’s what you need to know. (Don’t worry, no spoilers.) With the new “Jurassic World Dominion” movie opening June 10, it’s time to brush up on your dinosaurs. Here’s what you need to know. (Don’t worry, no… Continue reading Every Dinosaur in The Jurassic Park and Jurassic World Movies
Last-Minute Travel Deals for Memorial Day
The Arena Media Brands, LLC and respective content providers to this website may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. It’s no secret that the travel industry was hit hard by the pandemic. 2020 was the worst year in tourism history with one billion fewer international arrivals according to the… Continue reading Last-Minute Travel Deals for Memorial Day
Best Memorial Day Sales: Save on Tech, Mattresses, Appliances and Fashion
Getty Images Memorial Day is a time to salute service members who gave their lives defending our country. We hope you can take time with your family and friends this weekend to reflect. And with it being the start of summer, there is a good chance your plans might also include a BBQ, sitting around… Continue reading Best Memorial Day Sales: Save on Tech, Mattresses, Appliances and Fashion
Deductions Allowed for Contributions to a Traditional IRA
Traditional individual retirement accounts, or IRAs, are tax-deferred, meaning that you don’t have to pay tax on any interest or other gains the account earns until you withdraw the money. The contributions you make to the account may entitle you to a tax deduction each year. However, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) restricts who can… Continue reading Deductions Allowed for Contributions to a Traditional IRA
Commodity funds stage revival as investors seek inflation hedges
Investment vehicles tied to raw materials such as oil and wheat drew in net inflows of US$38.7 billion in the year to May 10 Author of the article: Financial Times Adrienne Klasa Wheat in a field in Ukraine. Agricultural commodity funds have received the most flows this year. Photo by Valentyn Ogirenko/Reuters files Commodity funds… Continue reading Commodity funds stage revival as investors seek inflation hedges
3 Preferred Stock ETFs for High, Stable Dividends | Kiplinger
ETFs While you can easily purchase individual preferred stocks, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) allow you to reduce your risk by investing in baskets of preferreds.Preferred stocks typically aren’t first, second or even third to mind when investors think about what they want to include in their portfolios. But if you’re an income hunter and you don’t… Continue reading 3 Preferred Stock ETFs for High, Stable Dividends | Kiplinger