Options are part of an asset class known as “derivatives,” which means they derive their value from an underlying asset. For our purposes here, we’ll focus on equity, index and exchange-traded fund (ETF) options, which are among the most actively traded. Formally, options are contracts that give the buyer the right, but not the obligation,… Continue reading What Are Options?
What Is the VIX?
The Cboe Volatility Index – frequently referred to by its ticker symbol, VIX – is a real-time measure of implied volatility on the benchmark S&P 500 Index (SPX). Not only is the VIX used as a quick gauge of short-term investor sentiment, it’s also the basis of many active investing strategies, from portfolio hedging to… Continue reading What Is the VIX?
TIPS vs I-Bonds
Trying to decide if TIPS (Treasury Inflation Protected Securities) or I-bonds belong in your investment portfolio? Both TIPS and I-bonds are government-backed investments that will protect your principal while earning interest. Unlike other investments, the interest rate is periodically adjusted for inflation. Let’s dig into their benefits, risks and differences and see which option matches… Continue reading TIPS vs I-Bonds
Dow notches 12th straight win as US stocks rally ahead of Fed policy decision
Filip De Mott (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images) Stock rose on Tuesday ahead of earnings reports from Alphabet and Microsoft. Investors are also preparing for another possible rate hike from the Fed on Wednesday. Consumer confidence for June hit the highest level since July 2021. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your… Continue reading Dow notches 12th straight win as US stocks rally ahead of Fed policy decision
The housing affordability crisis has boosted migration to areas vulnerable to floods, wildfires, and extreme heat
More people are moving into disaster-prone areas than moving out, Redfin reported. That’s as these regions have a larger housing inventory and an uptick in construction. Almost half of recently moved Americans think climate risks may impact home prices. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed… Continue reading The housing affordability crisis has boosted migration to areas vulnerable to floods, wildfires, and extreme heat
The Dow’s longest win streak since 2017 is another sign that suggests there is no recession in sight
The Dow Jones Industrial Average is in its longest win streak since February 2017.The index has jumped 11 days in a row, delivering investors a gain of just over 5%.Carson Group’s Ryan Detrick observed that win streaks from the Dow suggest there is no recession in sight. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up!… Continue reading The Dow’s longest win streak since 2017 is another sign that suggests there is no recession in sight
Elon Musk’s Twitter rebrand sparks massive rallies in obscure crypto tokens with ‘X’ names
Elon Musk rebranded Twitter to X this week. It led to a price spike for some X-branded crypto tokens. One token saw a 1,200% rally after Musk’s announcement, even though the project had shut down in May. Newer X-branded tokens also appeared on crypto exchanges following the rebrand of Musk’s company. Loading Something is loading.… Continue reading Elon Musk’s Twitter rebrand sparks massive rallies in obscure crypto tokens with ‘X’ names
A sanctions loophole is allowing China to quietly send millions of dollars worth of military gear to Russia
Russian buyers are ordering significant amounts of Chinese military equipment, Politico reported. The country has imported over $100 million in drones from China this year alone, the report said. China is using loopholes for equipment that can have both civilian and military use, it said. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your… Continue reading A sanctions loophole is allowing China to quietly send millions of dollars worth of military gear to Russia
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