In today’s episode of let’s talk stocks, we are going to take a look at option greeks. We’ll to talk about delta, gamma, theta, and vega. In this video, we will cover: what the greeks are, how they’re used, and the big picture behind them. This lesson is perfect for people just starting out with
Dividend exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are designed to invest in a basket of dividend-paying stocks. Stable, attractive dividends tend to be associated with bigger, less risky blue-chip companies, although any company can share their earnings with shareholders, and some of the highest yields are offered by smaller, less established names. Many ETFs operating in this space favor
India exchange-traded funds (ETFs) offer a way for investors to geographically diversify their global portfolios by owning a range of companies in the world’s second most populous nation and one of the world’s largest emerging markets. India ETFs track the performance of a basket of equities trading on the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd.
If we look at some of the seriously undervalued Nasdaq stocks, there are two primary reasons for the valuation gap. First and foremost, these undervalued Nasdaq stocks have been flying under the radar. Once these stocks gain market attention, the upside can be sharp. Furthermore, industry factors have depressed some stocks. However, business developments remain
Amid increased signs that a powerful bull market could be on the way for the U.S. stock market, there are many good, beaten-down stocks to buy for long-term investors. To assist these investors in their search, I have gathered a short list of stocks to buy before the bull market returns. A significant amount of
Global movie theater chain AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) made a splash in the financial headlines when it issued AMC’s Preferred Equity (NYSE:APE) shares. CEO Adam Aron seems to enjoy attracting attention and rallying the troops (or apes) with stunts like this. However, it’s all a distraction from the company’s fiscal problems, so it’s wise to just avoid AMC
Preferred stockholders have a higher claim to dividend payouts and the distribution of assets compared to common stockholders. In the event that a company liquidates, holders of preferred stock have a greater chance of getting paid. However, these perks do come at a cost: Many preferred stockholders do not enjoy voting rights in the company, and the
Treasury exchange-traded funds (ETFs) enable investors to gain exposure to the U.S. government bond market through a stock-like instrument. Unlike individual bonds that are sold by bond brokers, bond ETFs trade on market exchanges. Treasury ETFs offer investors a way to gain passive, and often broad, exposure to U.S. Treasury bonds. They are composed of
What Is Cryptocurrency? Cryptocurrency is digital money. This type of currency uses blockchain technology, which is considered secure because it is capable of establishing distributed consensus even among untrustworthy parties. Cryptocurrency blockchains resemble old-fashioned bookkeepers’ ledgers, except that the ledger is electronic, and everyone with access to the ledger can also be the bookkeeper. Investors
We highlight four ETFs that are benefitting from increasing adoption of automation & AI
As we sit in a bear market, investors are looking to buy the best blue-chip stocks they can find. In times of trouble, investors seek comfort in quality and the best blue-chip stocks belong to best-in-breed companies. They tend to have durable earnings, strong customer loyalty and resilient business models. When volatility climbs and the
Cryptocurrencies are no longer just the domain of tech nerds. Nowadays, even our grandparents have heard of them, with their volatile price swings and surges in value making the news in pretty much every corner of the globe. Opinion on whether to invest in this asset class is varied. Plenty of experts warn that digital
19.62% The median rate of interest across all credit cards in the Investopedia card database for June 2022. The median credit card interest rate for all credit cards in the Investopedia database jumped 12 basis points to 19.74% at the beginning of June over it’s level the previous month, based on average advertised rates across
Home shopping often starts in a lender’s office with a mortgage application and not at an open house. Most sellers expect buyers to obtain pre-approval for financing and are commonly willing to negotiate with those who prove that they can obtain a loan. Key Takeaways A home seller often asks for a mortgage pre-approval letter
Today I’m writing about Dow stocks to buy. Seasoned investors are realizing that many of the 30 members of the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) are now trading at low valuation levels and prices. The index serves as a bellwether that tracks investors’ sentiment. These large-cap, well-known companies are widely regarded as safe havens from
Investors will move to safe stocks en masse in July as woes increase. Campbell Soup (CPB): Strong performance and value make Campbell Soup a great hedge. Brown-Forman (BF-B): Catalysts are conspiring to make alcoholic beverage makers a winner. Johnson & Johnson (JNJ): Steady fundamentals and steady growth underpin JNJ’s safety. Dollar General (DG): This is
Editor’s note: Below you’ll find the week 104 release of the NYC Recovery Index, originally published August 30, 2022. Visit the NYC Recovery index homepage for the latest data. New York City’s economic recovery index posted significant gains for the week ending August 20, 2022, with the overall index score rising three points to 76
Student loans and taxes: Two subjects that few people enjoy thinking about; however, if you have student loans, they are likely to impact your tax bill. Here’s what you need to know. Key Takeaways Up to $2,500 of student loan interest can be tax-deductible. Depending on the loan forgiveness program, you might have to pay
In this article ILMN NEE BBBY DWAC FedEx trucks at Indianapolis International Airport in Indianapolis, Indiana. Kaiti Sullivan | Bloomberg | Getty Images Check out the companies making the biggest moves midday Tuesday: Illumina — Shares of the biotech company rose 3.5% after Illumina said it plans to appeal a decision by the European Commission
The financial world, in all its incarnations, makes for great cinema. Tragedy, comedy, ingenuity, catastrophe, and redemption are all present in the many finance movies that Hollywood has produced over the years. While most of the finance movies portray financial professionals in a less than flattering light, the unbelievable stories of excess, risk-taking, and, of