With the current economic recession and staggering unemployment rates, many people who are looking for work are opting to return to school to receive more education and training. Perhaps this is because job opportunities are scarce and they hope to …
The look of retirement as we know it is changing. The life of leisure we once looked forward to has been postponed. Many of retirement age are working beyond age 65. There are benefits to working longer. We remain connected to …
You’ve taken time to properly analyze the stock you’ve picked. You’re ready to make your move. So, you choose to sell a stock short. Selling a stock short means you sell something you don’t have and buy it later in …
Investing in bonds is a common investment choice in America. In fact, according to Larry Burkett, most Americans will probably invest in a bond at one time or another during their lives. He considers bonds to be “the backbone for …
Analyst calls provide an excellent way to get detailed information about a company and its future projections. Listening to analyst calls is a key component to fundamental analysis advised when trading stocks. Company sponsored calls are primarily for institutional investors …
The Federal government controls aspects of the economy like interest rates, the amount of money in circulation and the inflation rate. Track these regularly as part of your fundamental analysis in the trading world. They serve as good indicators of …
With the housing boom of the past recent years, real estate was the place to ensure a good return on your investment. With the birth of widespread consumer credit after World War II, more families could afford to buy a …
In investing, it is important to be attuned to the stagse the economy cycles through called the business cycle. To help discern which part of the business cycle the economy is in, the National Board of Economic Research officially declares …
The Birth of the New York Stock Exchange The New York Stock Exchange is one of the best known industry brands in the world. This giant in the industry had its humble beginnings under a buttonwood tree. On May 17. …