Why Your Credit Karma Scores Might Look Different
Credit Karma seeks to help people take control of their financial future. The company offers free credit score reports from TransUnion and Equifax.
Financials
Affirm IPO Looks Like a Steal at Current Price, Investors Take Notice
Fintech startup Affirm has announced its IPO price and date. The Affirm IPO looks a good buy. IPO investors might have another good year in 2021.
Why Getting Some Ticketmaster Refunds Might Be Tricky
Many customers have complained about Ticketmaster's refund policy. However, the company thinks that customers misunderstand the policy.
Why SPAC Sponsors May Seek a PIPE Deal — And What That Means
A SPAC can collapse if no deal comes through in the required time. SPAC sponsors may turn to PIPE to save a good deal.
Naked Brand Might Survive Delisting, Investors Are Optimistic
NAKD stock faces a Nasdaq delisting risk, but there's a good chance that the stock could avoid getting kicked out of Nasdaq. Is the stock a good option for investors?
Danimer Gives Investors Access to the Biodegradable Plastics Market
Danimer Scientific stock gives investors a window into the biodegradable plastics market. Pepsi is among the company's customers. Is the stock a buy for investors?
The Outlook for JCPenney Beyond Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Remains Uncertain
After a bankruptcy, a buyout, and hundreds of store closures, will JCPenney department stores survive?
Ripple IPO Buzz Generates Debate Over the Possible Impact on XRP Price
Ripple Labs becoming a public company could mean boom or doom for XRP price depending on how it handles the process. But how likely is it the blockchain will file for IPO?
How Josh Kushner Became a Savvy Entrepreneur and Investor
Josh Kushner comes from a Jewish family with significant interest in real-estate and politics. What is his net worth and has he been successful in his own right?
How to Choose the Best Forex Trading Platform
Operating on the best forex trading platform will provide you with a broad range of products and protect you from scams. What are the best forex trading platforms?
Grill Charms and Inventor Leslie Haywood — Success After Shark Tank
Grill Charms inventor Leslie Haywood’s net worth has grown since she landed a $50,000 Shark Tank investment. How has the business grown since Haywood's appearance on Shark Tank?
Indie Semiconductor and Thunder Bridge Prepare for SPAC IPO Early in 2021
Indie Semiconductor's SPAC IPO is being led by Thunder Bridge, which went public little more than a year ago. When is the IPO date and what can investors expect?
Paysafe Is Going Public Again—When Is Its SPAC IPO Date?
Digital payment company Paysafe is going public through a reverse merger with Foley Trasimene. When is Paysafe's SPAC IPO date?
How to Invest in Equity Fund Shares and Why It's a Good Idea
Investing in equity fund shares can save you the time and money that would go into researching individual stocks. What are equity fund shares and how can investors access them?
What You Need to Know About Robinhood Margin Trading
Robinhood’s margin maintenance requirements are based on factors such as stock volatility and market liquidity.
What You Should Know Before Investing in a Blank Check (SPAC) Company
Many investors want to know how to buy SPAC IPO to hopefully get in on the ground floor with the next big thing. But it also helps to know what you’re getting into.
Does Jamie Dimon Still Think That Bitcoin Is a Fraud?
Jamie Dimon denies being the spokesperson for bitcoin critics, but he would fire JPMorgan Chase traders for touching bitcoin. What does Dimon think about bitcoin right now?
What Market Makers Do and How They Make Money
Market makers ensure that the stock market functions smoothly by guaranteeing supply and demand.
Josh Kushner’s Oscar Health Is Going Public, Upcoming Insurtech IPO
The Oscar Health IPO promises to expand opportunities for investors in the booming insurtech space. When is Oscar Health's IPO date?
How Investors Can Avoid Violating Wash Sale Rules in Stocks
Wash sale rules exist to prevent investors from taking losses in the stock market with the intent to minimize taxes. How can investors void violating the rules?
How Investors Can Buy BYD Stock — BYDDF Versus BYDDY
BYD stock has soared in 2020 but there appears to be more room for the stock to keep climbing. How can investors buy BYD stock and what can they expect?
How and Where to Buy Dogecoin, Including With a Debit Card
Many people are asking about how to buy dogecoin, a bitcoin rival that Tesla CEO Elon Musk has endorsed.
Is Social Capital Hedosophia or IPOC a Good Stock to Buy?
In the past month, Social Capital Hedosophia III (IPOC) stock has risen 25 percent. Is the stock a buy or sell at this price? What do investors need to know?
Elon Musk Gives Dogecoin a Shout-Out, Long-Term Bet Requires Patience
Elon Musk tweeted a shout-out to dogecoin, which renewed investors' interest in the cryptocurrency. Dogecoin is a bitcoin rival that rose from a joke. Is dogecoin a good investment?
How Does Acorns Work and Is It a Safe Investment Tool?
Acorns is a financial services and financial technology company that specializes in micro-investing and robo-investing. Is Acorns legit and safe?
Scalping Stocks May Be Legal, But It's Not for the Faint of Heart
The scalping trading strategy appeals to investors seeking to capitalize on brief price fluctuations in the stock market. Is Scalping legal?
How Does Xoom Work and How Long Do Transfers Take?
Xoom is a global money remittance services. Xoom is designed to appeal to people seeking fast, secure, and low-cost international money transfer.
Home Depot Credit Card — Financing With No Interest For a Certain Period
The Home Depot credit card allows you to finance purchases at the retailer’s stores over several months at no interest.
Why Did Reviva Stock Appear Randomly in Your Portfolio?
Reviva stock has taken the place of Tenzing SPAC on completion of the merger deal announced in July. Some investors were surprised when the stock appeared in their portfolio.
Is Softbox Systems a Publicly Traded Company?
Softbox Systems is playing a critical role in COVID-19 vaccine distribution by providing temperature-controlled packaging. Is it a publicly traded company?
What Are the Best High Volume Stocks Under $10 Right Now?
Many stocks have soared to all-time highs. However, investors can still find some good high volume stocks under $10. What are some of the options right now?
What Is the Best Way to Invest Foreclosure Surplus Funds?
Foreclosure surplus funds may seem small, but there are ways you can grow the money gradually to purchase a new home.
How Investors Can Buy CD Projekt RED Stock Amid Cyberpunk 2077 Hype
CD Projekt RED stock is getting a lot of investor interest following the release of its much hyped Cyberpunk 2077 game. How can investors buy the stock?
Is Efforce a Publicly-Traded Company?
Many investors want to know if Steve Wozniak’s new company Efforce is publicly traded. Does the company have stock?
Why Is Morgan Stanley Optimistic about Apple?
According to a report from Apple Insider, Morgan Stanley expects Apple to offset the threat of longer replacement cycles with the iPhone Xs.
Why Fannie Mae securities rallied with bonds about 1/4
The main action driving TBAs specifically seems to be out of Washington, between the Fed purchases and the government’s policies to drive origination.
BlackRock’s Diversified Offerings Can Benefit from Rate Hikes
In the first quarter, BlackRock managed ~$1.9 trillion in fixed income offerings, up from ~$1.6 trillion in the first quarter of 2017.
Why BTIG Is Bullish on PayPal
PayPal (PYPL) could have bright prospects despite the competitive threat it faces from Square and Apple in the online payment market, according to equity research firm BTIG.
The demand for 4-week Treasury bills remained subdued last week
A considerable amount of $35 billion was offered for the weekly four-week T-bills auctioned on Tuesday, March 4, 2014.
Fannie Mae TBAs Rise with the Bond Market
For the week ending August 12, 2016, Fannie Mae TBAs ended at 103 24/32—up 4 ticks for the week. The ten-year bond yield fell by 8 basis points to 1.51%.
Will We See a Recession within the Next 2 Years?
In a recent interview, Jim Rogers said, “I’m on record as saying that we’re going to have a recession certainly within a year or two.”
Initial jobless claims jump
Initial jobless claims rose to an annualized rate of 360,000 for the week ended May 10th Initial jobless claims are one of the few labor market indicators that are released every week. Unemployment is a profound driver of economic growth, and persistent unemployment has been the Achille’s heel of this recovery. While it seems like […]
Japan’s trade deficit with China: Worse for GM than the recall
This article considers the impact of Japan’s trade dynamics on Japanese automakers like Toyota (TM) versus General Motors (GM) from a macroeconomic perspective.
High-Grade Bond Yields Rose as Spreads Touched Their Lowest Level
Last week, high-grade bond yields rose after upbeat US inflation and retail sales data raised the possibility of a rate hike by the year’s end.
Pianalto’s take on the Fed funds rate before the financial crisis
When consumers can borrow at lower interest rates, they can afford to buy more goods and services, and the businesses that supply those goods and services can hire more people.
Why Lone Pine bought a new position in Endo Health Solutions
Endo Health Solutions is a 1.26% position initiated by Lone Pine Capital in the 2013 last quarter.
Why Investors Are Optimistic about Tech Stocks
The tech sector’s competitive edge So far in this series, we’ve discussed the potential effects of Trump’s proposed tax reform on prominent tech stocks such as Apple (AAPL), Microsoft (MSFT), IBM (IBM), and Amazon (AMZN). Tech companies continue to be preferred by investors due to their proprietary technological expertise and large cash balances. Their technical […]
Why Closed-End Funds Are Not That Enthusiastic about Rate Changes
Prospect Capital (PSEC) is strengthening its capital position in order to take advantage of mispricing during volatile times.
Why JPMorgan and Wells Fargo Are Trading at High Multiples
In spite of a rather weak performance, Wells Fargo (WFC) commands the highest premium due to its strong franchise, mortgage concentration, and high net interest margins.
How Could a Trade War Impact Asset Managers?
After Trump announced that Chinese investments in US tech stocks would be restricted, the Dow Jones Industrial Average spiked downward.