The main trading session of most stock markets is during normal business hours, from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM, in the daytime. However, trading is not restricted to this time period. Investors can buy and sell stocks after the markets close during the after-hours trading session. There are key differences between trading in the daytime […]
Many people associate financial options with options traders who make mammoth returns on their investment. In reality, options are a useful type of financial security, which is a tradable financial asset such as a stock, that provides traders with flexibility, efficient bets, and most notably, high returns on investment if used correctly. So, what really […]
“In investing, what is comfortable is rarely profitable.” Robert Arnott Bonds are an important component of many investors’ portfolios. In the past, they offered a stable return compared to other investments such as stocks, which are more volatile. There are many types of bonds, but most of them typically fall into one of two categories: investment […]
Earnings: the thing all investors obsess about. Every company reports earnings and investors pay close attention to them. Investors look at metrics like EPS, EBITDA, P/E, and many more to judge the company and its stock. The company’s earnings are a very important factor, but understanding it can seem extremely overwhelming. In reality, earnings and […]
You may have heard of credit scores before in various places during your daily life. These scores are part of a much larger rating system that has immense influence over our economy and investors’ attitudes. The Basics A credit rating is an assessment of how suitable a borrower is to receive financial credit or money. […]
Go back and remember the last time you went to another country. It’s likely that you had to exchange your currency for the country’s currency. If you have done that, you have already engaged in foreign exchange. You have probably noticed that the price tag on an item from your home country may differ from […]
Credit is an important financial concept that each and every individual in an economy must be aware of and understand. Whether you want to buy goods with a credit card or take mortgage loans from the bank to buy a house, you must have a good understanding of what credit is and ensure your credit […]
Oil prices reached a two year high Monday in the midst of Hurricane Harvey. The hurricane has been evaluated as the most severe storm to reach the United States since Hurricane Wilma in 2005. The Texas Gulf Coast, the seemingly most affected area by this storm is home to numerous oil refineries. The state of […]