These investments shield against market declines. Demand is on the rise.
Investors looking to shield themselves from market downturns have increasingly turned to buffered exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and this trend is likely to persist. These funds, also called fixed outcome ETFs, utilize options to offer a safety net against losses, but there’s a price for that protection. As reported by Morningstar, the average annual fee was […]
The Trump family’s cryptocurrency investments are suffering along with the rest of the market.
The recent downturn in the cryptocurrency market has erased a staggering $1 trillion in value over the past three months, affecting every aspect of the industry. This includes several crypto ventures that have links to former President Donald Trump’s family. Although the family’s overall portfolio has faced losses, some assets are faring worse than others. […]
Crypto markets divide as pockets of liquidity and scattered investments arise during widespread selling, according to analysts.
After the recent selloff, cryptocurrency markets haven’t found stability yet. Instead of a clear direction, analysts note that there’s a more significant trend: liquidity and performance are becoming increasingly fragmented across various trading venues and assets. Data indicates that Bitcoin has dropped over 17% in just the past week, now hovering around the same prices […]
“The most pointless expenses.” Six financial experts share which investments you might consider ditching.
It’s surprising how much money we can waste on investments without even realizing it. As Lonnie Thompson, an investment advisor principal, puts it, if you’re investing in something—whether that’s a strategy or a specific stock—without a clear purpose or plan, you might as well be throwing your money away. But beyond that, are there particular […]
“The most pointless expenditure.” 6 financial experts share which investments you might consider cutting.
Many people lose money on their investments without realizing it. According to Lonnie Thompson, who is both an investment advisor principal and the owner of True North Advisors, if you don’t have a clear purpose for your investment strategy or a specific plan for a stock, that money can often go to waste. But what […]
The Initial 3 Passive Income Investments I Intend to Make in February
Strategies for Achieving Financial Independence through Passive Income My goal is clear: I want to achieve financial independence. For me, that means building a portfolio that produces enough passive income to cover my basic living expenses. To reach this goal, I’m focused on investing in assets that provide monthly income. In early February, I’m planning […]
Investments in Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs Turn Negative for 2026 as Crypto Funds Lose $1.7 Billion
Simply put Digital asset funds experienced outflows of $1.7 billion last week, marking a negative trend in outflows for the year. Most of the redemptions came from American products, with only a small fraction going into Europe. This outflow trend coincides with a broader market downturn. Last week, investment products linked to digital assets saw […]
Cathie Wood Makes New Investments: 3 Stocks She Recently Purchased
Cathie Wood, CEO of Ark Invest, remained quite engaged throughout January. On the last trading day of the month, she opted to increase her stakes in eight different portfolios while trimming just three. On Friday, some noteworthy stocks she added include Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), Robinhood Markets (NASDAQ:FOOD), and Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN). Interestingly, all three of these stocks […]
Stay calm and maintain your investments: key advice for safeguarding your pension during difficult periods
Resist early opt-outs Employers should automatically enroll eligible employees in a workplace pension scheme. To be eligible, employees must live in the UK, be aged 22 or older but below the state pension age, and earn at least £10,000 annually, which breaks down to about £192 weekly or £822 monthly for the tax year 2025/26. […]
Following Exceptional 2025 TSP Results, TSP Investors Raise I Fund Investments
How TSP Investors Reacted to Performance in 2025 In December, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) investors began moving funds into the I Fund, with around $5.7 billion transferred in that month alone. Conversely, about $2.4 billion was shifted from the G Fund, roughly $1.6 billion from the C Fund, and about $2.3 billion from the S […]