The banking System in crisis might have felt like a sudden apocalypse that dropped out of nowhere, but the reality is far from it. It’s a consequence of several factors that brewed for years – like a perfect storm. Firstly, the economy was flooded with $4 trillion in printed stimulus, leaving moneybags feeling richer than…
March Madness has taken hold of the financial markets as U.S. employers added 311,000 jobs in February, another stronger-than-expected showing for the labor market. However, the four biggest U.S. banks lost $52 billion of market value on Thursday, contributing to a broad rout across financial stocks. Job Creation Surpasses Expectations Despite concerns over the pandemic…
The global financial markets are currently experiencing a severe liquidity crunch, with investors selling off stocks and assets in droves. The S&P 500 alone lost a staggering $600 billion in just two hours, highlighting the intensity of the crisis. Cryptocurrency markets were not spared either, with a loss of $40 billion today. Additionally, the four…
Investors were once again on edge on Wednesday, as worries about rising interest rates caused the S&P 500 to experience its fourth consecutive session of declines, marking its longest losing streak of the year so far. The index fell by 6.29 points, or 0.2%, closing at 3991.05, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average also suffered…
The risk management is a critical part of the finance industry. The stock market, oil industry, and other areas of finance all have their unique risks and opportunities for profit. However, these must be managed correctly to ensure that the investment is profitable. Companies and individuals must be transparent and accountable, and the industry as…
Recessions are largely psychological, and it can be difficult for any central bank or government to prevent them. Inverted yield curves and drops in the stock market are leading indicators of a recession, but they are not always accurate predictors. There are other indicators in the bond market that can help economists understand and predict…
Value investing is an investment strategy that has stood the test of time. It has been used successfully by many investors over the years, including some of the most successful investors of all time. While it has faced some challenges in recent years, the principles of value investing remain relevant today and can be used…
Investment has been an integral part of human history since ancient times. The concept of investing money for future gains dates back to the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia, where people invested in crops and livestock. The Romans also had a thriving investment culture, with wealthy citizens investing in real estate and businesses. The economic and…
Equities, also known as stocks, are a type of security that represents ownership in a corporation. When a corporation issues stocks, it is essentially selling a portion of the company to investors, who then become shareholders and have the right to vote on important decisions and receive a portion of the company’s profits in the…