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Why Our Portfolios Miss Obama. Top Story - March 2018.
The early days of the Trump administration, market euphoria was in full effect. In a matter of months after Trumps election the S&P 500 rose by about 30 percent. However, come February, volatility started to spike and the S&P 500 lost 10 percent in about two weeks. This was due to treasury yields approaching three percent which is the highest it's been in recent years along with deficit spending and unclear expectations of what is to come in the near future regarding interest rates, debt, and inflation. The Trump spending plan, that is characteristic of a struggling economy in need of stimulus, in the midst of a very healthy economy could lead to hyper inflation and an increasingly scary debt. Some of these fears were sparked by some political decisions backed by Trump and the Republican Congress. They decided to go forward with tax cuts while simultaneously increasing government spending which will do a number on our already huge deficit. Not to mention the increasing interest rates meaning the treasury will have to pay more on this debt. The economic and financial scene in current times look a lot different than they did when Obama was in office.
By Graeme Mills8 years ago in Trader
How To Teach Your Kids About Investing in the Stock Market
The stock market can be a complex environment, especially for those who are new to it all. Adults who've never came across the stock market can certainly be confused by it. There's a lot of numbers rising and falling, a ton of unfamiliar titles, and lines going all over the place. Anyone who's foreign in the stock market will be lost. It can seem very complicated to certain people, but it's pretty easy to get an understanding of what the main concept is.
By Stephanie Gladwell8 years ago in Trader
The Millennials Guide to Building Credit
Many of the younger generations don't know much about stocks and even owning credit cards and the importance that revolves around it. Most of them simply believe that a credit card is a concept of borrowing money from the company and eventually paying it back. Even though that's the idea, it's much more than just that. Yes, we use credit cards to borrow money and soon pay them back, but using credit cards can help you build a credit score.
By Rachel Blanchard8 years ago in Trader
10 Budgeting Habits That All Wealthy People Do
Though everyone's story is different, financial success is possible for anyone. These are the top ten budgeting habits that all wealthy people do, and they're simpler than you think. Protect and grow your investments with these changes.
By Kelsey Lange8 years ago in Trader
Top 10 Books for Finance Professionals
Even when we possess great knowledge in a field, it's always better to continue learning. There will be times when you come across something that you never knew before or don't quite understand. So even when you think you're fully knowledgeable in something, at times, you aren't. But it's never bad to keep learning! Plus, still gaining information in a field that you have a passion for and enjoy makes understanding more facts and information a better experience! And you can never have too much intelligence.
By C.C. Curtis8 years ago in Trader
How to Prepare for a Market Downturn
If you listen to the major news headlines today, a lot of the policies that are being enacted by lawmakers are pretty bad indicators as far as market health. Quite a few people believe that we are headed towards a really ugly recession or depression.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart8 years ago in Trader
Financial Mistakes to Avoid in Your 20s
If you ask a typical 20-year-old what their financial goals are, they won't really be able to tell you. What Millennials know about the stock market, retirement funds, or even tax laws, is often abysmal at best. This is often why so many 30-year-olds still struggle despite having good salaries.
By Sasha Konikovo8 years ago in Trader
Ways to Invest $100
If there's one thing that tends to keep people from financially bettering themselves, it's the myth that you need to be a millionaire in order to start investing in the stock market. Though this might have been true in the past, it's no longer true in the least bit.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart8 years ago in Trader
Reasons Every Trader Should Have an Emergency Fund
Being a fan of the stock market means that trading often ends up being my number one priority when it comes to personal finance. I love trading, but truth be told, I often am very well-aware that I should be investing more money into an emergency savings account.
By Cato Conroy8 years ago in Trader
10 Tips to Identify Your Financial Goals. Top Story - March 2018.
We have to admit, our life literally runs on money. Without money, we won't have all of the things we have right now. Our house, car, clothes, food, it all runs on money. And for something that's so valuable in our lives, we have to properly maintain what we're earning and spending. And yes, it's serious, because when you end up becoming bankrupt and lose nearly everything that you own, then you're in big trouble.
By Rachel Blanchard8 years ago in Trader
Best Apps for Day Traders
Day traders are some of the most hardcore investors out there, and when it comes to trading, it can be a seriously hard endeavor to find tools that actually work with this kind of profit model. Most day traders, particularly when it comes to traditional routes, tend to prefer sitting at a computer when they decide to make their trades.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart8 years ago in Trader
How To Get Hired on Wall Street
So you're looking to get hired on Wall Street? Landing an initial investment bank job after graduation can be certainly a challenge, but it's not impossible. We have come with ten tips to follow that will better your chances of a dream job.
By Adrian Scott8 years ago in Trader
