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Suriyapong Thongsawang/Getty Images Municipal bonds, also called munis, are a type of debt security issued by local governments, such as a city, state or municipality, to fund government projects. They appeal to many investors because of their tax-exempt interest and their diversification potential. If you’re thinking about adding municipal bonds…
Jasmin Merdan/Getty Images With prices that skyrocket and plummet within a matter of minutes, it’s easy to get wrapped up in the rapid rise and fall of cryptocurrency prices. But when it comes to putting a stake in crypto, you should only invest what you’re willing to lose because the…
Horizon Robotics, a Beijing-based company that develops both the software and hardware needed for self-driving cars, saw its shares rise in its highly anticipated Hong Kong stock market debut Thursday, boosting its market capitalization to $6.9 billion. Horizon Robotics ended its first trading day at HK$4.1, up 2.8% from its…
Investing in cryptocurrencies might seem exciting given the digital assets’ popularity and potential for significant gains, but crypto has seen significant volatility in the past and likely will in the future. It’s important to consider a few basics before investing in crypto. 5 commandments of crypto investing The recent rise…
Junk bonds are a high-risk investment, but they offer the potential for higher returns than investment-grade bonds. Junk bonds, also known as high-yield bonds, are best suited for investors who are willing to take on more risk in order to achieve higher returns. Here are the key things to know…
Are you looking to double your money? Even with interest rates higher than in past years, it’s hard to use a bank account to make a significant amount of money. In order for investors to double, or even triple, their money, they’ll often have to take on some risk for…
Analyst ratings are meant to give investors a pulse on the potential future performance of a stock. Instead of combing through research and data points for hours, investors can get a one-verb takeaway on a stock: buy, hold or sell. But what do these ratings really mean? How do investment…
eclipse_images/Getty Images Micro-investing involves saving small sums of money — such as spare change — and investing it consistently into the markets through ETFs or fractional shares of stock. Over the long-term, even small amounts of money can turn into tens of thousands of dollars if invested wisely. Many people…
Mathias Darnell/EyeEm/Getty Images Asset allocation is how your assets are divided among various asset classes to reduce risk and potentially increase your returns. Each type of asset – stocks, bonds, and even cash – performs differently over time, and smart asset allocation involves creating a portfolio that optimizes your long-term…
Stocks have had quite a run over the past couple of years, with the S&P 500 climbing about 60 percent since its October 2022 lows. The ascent has resulted in many stocks trading near all-time highs, but there are some that have lagged behind, creating a potential investment opportunity for…