Solar power generation is increasing in terms of importance to countries and individuals looking forward to a renewable energy future. For long-term investors, that often means solar stocks are one of the first places investors look for growth opportunities. That said, there are some compelling companies in the solar power generation business that also provide meaningful
What Are Currency Regimes? A history of currency regimes, or exchange-rate regimes, is, by necessity, one of international trade and investment and the efforts to make them successful. Sovereign debt levels and gross domestic product (GDP) figure importantly as well in the degree of a currency’s volatility. An exchange rate is simply the price of
It is important for options traders to understand the complexity that surrounds options. Knowing the anatomy of options allows traders to use sound judgment, and it provides them more choices for executing trades. The Greeks An option’s value has several elements that go hand-in-hand with the “Greeks”: The price of the underlying security Expiration time Implied volatility The
Cryptocurrency is a unique financial instrument that enables anyone with an internet connection to participate in a distributed economy. That includes opportunities to earn passive income. There are unique risks associated with investing and earning with cryptocurrency, even though it may seem like a bank account or social lending platform. Here’s a closer look at
As your child moves toward adulthood, you face several milestone decisions that involve, in part, a desire to help your child become more independent and responsible. But one milestone for your child that you may not anticipate—even though it will be part of their growing-up experience—is filing that first income tax return. Key Takeaways Children generally
For short-to-medium-term investors, the markets are at an interesting point. Historically, September has been the worst-performing month for the S&P 500 in terms of average returns. However, November, December and January are among the best months. Therefore, now might be a good time for investors to begin looking for undervalued growth stocks to buy. A
If you cannot keep up with your mortgage payments, the prospect of foreclosure—and with it losing your home—can be daunting. Still, foreclosure is a rigorous legal process, and you have certain rights based on state law along with the mortgage documents you signed. Knowing your rights can help you navigate the foreclosure process as smoothly
Having a reverse mortgage can sound like a dream come true. Instead of making monthly payments to your mortgage lender, your mortgage lender sends you money, which you can use for whatever expenses you wish. To repay the mortgage, your heirs can simply sell the home after your death. However, there are circumstances in which
The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) is the federal agency that insures many reverse mortgages. Here is how FHA reverse mortgage loans work. Key Takeaways The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) insures the most common type of reverse mortgage, known as a home equity conversion mortgage (HECM). HECMs are offered only through FHA-approved lenders. Borrowers who meet
In a Sept. 8, 2022 report titled, “Climate and Energy Implications of Crypto-Assets in the United States,” the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) called for more research on the energy impact of crypto mining, the process that generates cryptocurrency. The report is a 46-page response to President Biden’s March 9, 2022,
Given the cannabis movement that’s taken hold in recent years, I wonder if anyone cares about sin stocks anymore. So, I Googled “best sin stocks.” I came up with nearly 7,000 results. I added two words to the search, “best sin stocks to buy,” and got almost 4,000 results. However, that pales in comparison to
The crypto community is celebrating the coming of Ethereum 2.0, however, there are also concerns for miners. Since Ethereum has switched to a proof-of-stake model, mining Ether will no longer be necessary. Due to this, mining machinery will become obsolete, leaving miners with fewer options. Key Takeaways Ethereum merge is the transition from proof-of-work consensus
High-income earners can’t contribute directly to a Roth IRA. But thanks to a tax loophole, they can still make contributions indirectly. If you qualify to take advantage of this tax loophole, you should. The government clearly sanctioned the practice of contributing to a Roth in a roundabout way. If you take advantage and maximize your
A new White House program will likely boost the entire biotech industry. And it makes these seven names some outstanding biotech stocks to buy for the fourth quarter. The new National Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing Initiative is designed to encourage biotech production in the U.S. An executive order signed by President Joe Biden on Sept. 12,
[Editor’s note: “Secular Growth Stocks Will Power Through a Recession” was previously published in July 2022. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available.] It increasingly looks like the U.S. economy is about to fall into a recession. That may sound like scary news. But luckily, we’ve compiled a portfolio of
On the one hand, it’s logical to avoid meme stocks entirely. The set of circumstances that allowed meme stocks to thrive is no longer in place because the massive liquidity that had boosted the economy and the markets is decreasing. That’s what happens when the economy becomes overheated, and the Fed finally decides to raise
Consumer complaints about credit reporting more than doubled from 2018 to 2021, according to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) complaint database. Credit reporting is, far and away, the most common topic of complaints received by the federal agency. Key Takeaways Consumer complaints about credit reporting issues, particularly inaccurate information, doubled from 2018 to 2021.
Recently many traders have been wondering if Warren Buffett has lost his touch. His holding company, Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK.A, NYSE:BRK.B), had seen its performance trail the stock market for an extended period as growth stocks soared while stodgier companies were left behind. For a time, it wasn’t clear what the best Warren Buffett stocks to
[Editor’s note: “Buy These EV Charging Stocks for Huge Gains in the 2020s” was previously published in July 2022. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available.] The EV Revolution has arrived. And everyone is rushing to buy Tesla (TSLA) and Nio (NIO) stock to gain exposure to this megatrend. But
Series 63 vs. Series 65 vs. Series 66: An Overview When a person is preparing to enter the world of investment professionals, they must take—and pass—qualification examinations. Often before the individual is prepared to fully function in their profession, there are multiple examinations that must be successfully negotiated. Once the prospective registered representative has passed