Variable Life Insurance vs. Variable Universal Life Insurance: An Overview Variable life insurance products allow a portion of your premium to be allocated to the insurance company’s investment fund, allowing your beneficiaries to receive tax-free increased benefits if the fund grows. Variable universal life insurance products feature the same investment opportunity with some extra features.
First Solar, the largest U.S.-based solar panel manufacturer, announced on Tuesday it is planning to spend up to $1 billion to construct a new manufacturing facility in the U.S. The company’s announcement comes after the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, which provides funding for clean energy initiatives and incentives for domestic manufacturing.
The Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) encourages the transition to renewable energy sources in rural and agricultural areas. Created by the Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018, REAP offers grants and guaranteed loans for developing clean energy systems and installing energy-efficient infrastructures such as lighting, insulation, cooling, and more. Key Takeways The Rural Energy for
Today’s a really special day for me. That’s because today is the day I get to unveil the best kept secret on Wall Street – a secret that could help you make big money in a bull or bear market. Source: GluckaPixels / Shutterstock The story here is pretty simple. About a year ago, my
In this article CRWD HPQ CHWY EXPR DBI SNAP Check out the companies making headlines before the bell: Designer Brands (DBI) – The footwear and accessories retailer reported better-than-expected profit and revenue for its latest quarter and raised its full-year outlook. Designer Brands added 1.8% in the premarket. Express (EXPR) – The apparel retailer’s shares
Quantum computing stocks could have quite a year in store. Electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers are exploring new ways to optimize batteries to continue pushing the needle for the industry. Researchers are looking for ways to test out new chemistries in hopes of creating batteries that last longer and charge faster. Quantum computing seems to have
On Aug. 24, President Joe Biden signed an executive order addressing student loan debt. As it pertains to student loan stocks to buy, many investors don’t seem to understand the specifics surrounding the situation. However, the move has some investors wondering if there are now stocks to buy based on the recent action. The move
For a couple of years now, meme stocks have been a wildcard as investors worldwide have seen plenty of challenges. Between the Covid-19 virus and the ensuing economic recession, it’s been hard to keep on top of things. However, while some load, some investors have been able to profit from the volatile conditions by investing
After a parabolic rise, shares of Bed Bath & Beyond (NASDAQ:BBBY) tumbled after GameStop (NYSE:GME) Chairman Ryan Cohen divested all of his stake in Bed Bath & Beyond. Also, the company plans to hold a conference call with a “strategic update” on Aug. 31. However, this could be a hit-or-miss event and could push BBBY stock
What Is Student Loan Deferment? A student loan deferment lets you stop making payments on your loan or reduce the amount you pay for up to three years, in most cases. During the deferment period, no interest accrues on federally subsidized loans because the government picks up the interest payments. But interest on unsubsidized loans
Based on the market’s recent performance, you may think now isn’t the time to increase exposure to hot growth stocks. After all, aren’t rising interest rates and the growing likelihood of a recession bad news for growth? Yes and no. On one hand, there are plenty of high-fliers from the 2020/2021 bull market that will
In this article CRWD HPQ CHWY PVH Chewy CEO Sumit Singh (C) rings the opening bell to commence the day’s trading for the Chewy Inc. IPO at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), June 14, 2019. Andrew Kelly | Reuters Check out the companies making headlines after the bell: Chewy — Chewy shares slumped 8%
When it comes to battery stocks to buy and hold, there are a few key things to look for before making a purchase. First, you want to find companies with strong track records of financial stability and profitability. Second, you should pinpoint companies with good reputations in their respective industries. Third, you want to find
With all the attention paid recently to fracking – and the oil and gas sectors generally – many want to know where the good investment opportunities are. Are fracking companies set on finding oil or natural gas a good bet? Do we need to invest in fracking infrastructure? Defining Fracking Fracking is short for hydraulic
Electric vehicle manufacturers got a shot in the arm last week when California announced it would end the sale of 100% gasoline-powered cars and trucks by 2035. While the legislation will allow the sale of plug-in electric hybrids (PHEVs), the news can only help already hot EV stocks. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved the
On today’s show, Preston and Stig talk to billionaire, Howard Marks. Mr. Marks has produced a 19% annual return for the past 22 years investing in distressed debt. He has been a money manager for 50 years and is a renown luminary in security analysis. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: – How Howard Marks invests
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Psychedelics stocks are becoming increasingly mainstream, in part due to changing social attitudes. Psychedelic drugs “are a loosely grouped class of drugs that are able to induce altered thoughts and sensory perceptions.” Recent medical research highlights that the use of psychedelics can have “positive effects on anxiety, depression, and existential distress with little side effects.”
Editor’s note: Below you’ll find the week 103 release of the NYC Recovery Index, originally published August 23, 2022. Visit the NYC Recovery index homepage for the latest data. New York City’s economic recovery progressed slightly for the week ending August 13, 2022, with the overall index score rising by one percentage point to 73
The top nationwide rate for most certificate of deposit (CD) terms was flat this week, with two exceptions. The rate on the top-paying 1-year CD is about a tenth of a point above last week’s, while the 6-month term gained a new dramatic leader, which raised the ceiling to 4.00%. Also notable is that this