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What is the downside of applying for a credit card with a one-time bonus? Not much. Opening a single new account can even potentially improve your credit score in many cases. This is one of several popular misunderstandings about how credit cards work. Below are some of the most common credit card myths. Key Takeaways

In this article BRK.A Warren Buffett, Chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway. David A. Grogan | CNBC Warren Buffett has begun to unleash Berkshire Hathaway‘s massive cash stockpile in recent weeks, snapping up an insurer and multi-billion dollar stakes in energy and computer corporations. But his recent moves are more notable for what he has

(Click here to subscribe to the Delivering Alpha newsletter.) Mathieu Chabran helms Tikehau Capital, a European asset manager, which oversees $40 billion in private debt, real assets, private equity, and capital markets. With a front row seat to the uncertainty and geopolitical tension in Europe, Chabran sat down with the Delivering Alpha newsletter to discuss the role

Silver is a metal with a variety of applications. It is technically classified as a precious metal, but it has many industrial uses and is used in a variety of technologies and products that most people in the developed world use on a daily basis. In 2019, silver production went up globally to 27,000 tons.

A trader works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., December 3, 2021. Brendan McDermid | Reuters (Click here to subscribe to the Delivering Alpha newsletter.) The hedge fund industry attracted its largest inflows in seven years during the first quarter as investors sought downside protection amidst a volatility

What Is in Street Name? A security is held in “street name” when a brokerage holds it on behalf of a client. The name that appears on the stock or bond certificate is that of the broker, but the person who paid for the securities retains ownership rights. Having securities held in street name makes

The question all traders are asking is: Can the longest – and most hated- bull market in history continue to run? For technical traders looking for entry and exit points, using 50 and 200-day moving averages is just one, albeit, simplified approach. That said, it is worth noting that the S&P 500® is currently in rare air

In this article FB TWTR DWAC The Truth social network logo is seen on a smartphone in front of a display of former U.S. President Donald Trump in this picture illustration taken February 21, 2022. Dado Ruvic | Reuters Shares of Digital World Acquisition Corp., the blank-check company poised to take Donald Trump‘s media venture public,

Sometimes, the best definitions are the light-hearted ones when it comes to recessions. “If your neighbor gets laid off, it’s a recession. If you get laid off, it’s a depression,” former president Harry S. Truman put it. However, a more technical definition of a recession is two consecutive quarters of negative growth in the gross

In this article CVNA KRNT BKNG GOOGL EBAY Source: NYSE Earnings season is yet again upon us, with prominent names reporting this week. Volatility remains a focus for investors, and inflation has been continuing to compound pressure across all industries. The near-term uncertainty remains blurred, although long-term investing can often cut through the daily noise.  

If you’re ready to start your career or make a change from your current job, and you don’t want to spend a lot of time and money on school, there are jobs you can get with a high-school education, plus some additional specialized training. All these jobs pay substantially more than what high school grads

If you are a financial advisor or financial planner who intends to retire in the next decade, you are not alone. According to the Certified Financial Planner Board, about 47% of its members are over the age of 50, meaning that many of these advisors are likely hoping to retire within the next two decades.

Jim Simons is a renowned mathematician and investor. Known as the “Quant King,” he incorporated the use of quantitative analysis into his investment strategy. Simons is the founder of Renaissance Technologies and its Medallion Fund. Jim Simons has taught mathematics at MIT, Harvard University, and Stony Brook University. Key Takeaways Jim Simons founded and served

An investment strategy is a set of principles that guide investment decisions. There are several different investing plans you can follow depending on your risk tolerance, investing style, long-term financial goals, and access to capital, Investing strategies are flexible. If you choose one and it doesn’t suit your risk tolerance or schedule, you can certainly

The energy sector is composed of companies focused on the exploration, production, and marketing of oil, gas, and renewable resources around the world. Popular energy sector stocks include upstream companies that are primarily engaged in the exploration of oil or gas reserves. Well-known companies are Devon Energy Corp. (DVN) and Chesapeake Energy Corp. (CHK). Downstream

Gold House Gold House Megan Ruan knows firsthand how representation can impact funding for entrepreneurs. She recalled being the only woman of color working at a family office earlier in her career and running a portfolio of venture investments. “I saw the decisionmaking and how it differed between the people that were check-writers at these

If you have moved jobs while holding a traditional 401(k), you are probably familiar with the rollover options for these ubiquitous retirement accounts. You may be less sure, though, of your options when you leave an employer with whom you hold a Roth 401(k), the newer and less prevalent cousin of the traditional 401(k). The

Choosing the right financial advisor is, in essence, taking the time to invest in what should be a long-term professional relationship that keeps your financial health and future on the right track. The search should go well beyond referrals from colleagues, friends, and family and an emphasis on investment performance. In fact, investors should dedicate

In this article PLTR MCD TSLA CRWD CHWY The logo for McDonald’s is seen on a restaurant in Arlington, Virginia, January 27, 2022. Joshua Roberts | Reuters It seems inflation, the spike in oil prices and other commodities and geopolitical unrest are affecting just about every industry. Now, the arrival of earnings season brings another

Technological advances and evolving regulations are changing the financial advisory landscape, making it more important than ever for professional financial advisors to prove their value to their clients. Investors increasingly seek investments with low costs and low fees. About 88% of advisors now recommend exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to their clients. But those clients still value high-quality advice