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Investing

ESG Index: What It Is, and Why Alternative Investors Should Care About It

Screenshot of ESG Index versus the S&P 500 returns over time

Environmental, social and governance (or ESG) is an umbrella term used to describe an organization’s interest in prioritizing environmental sustainability and ethical practices in its business operations. ESGs and ESG indexes are becoming so popular that wealth advisors like Wealthfront…

Liam Hunt
September 24, 2022

Federal Reserve, In the news, Investing

August Jobs Report 2022: What Investors Need to Know

Chart depicting US jobless rate since 2020

Key Takeaways: The U.S. economy added 315,000 jobs in August, down from 528,000 in July The August jobs report indicates we’re seeing a recovery of the labor market as more people are looking to take advantage of remote working opportunities…

Liam Hunt
September 7, 2022

In the news, Investing

Inflation and Stock Market: What Are the Effects of Inflation on Stocks & Economy?

What is the relationship between inflation and stock market? Let’s take a look at how inflation works and what it does to the economy and stock market. Then, we’ll look at what you can do to protect your portfolio from…

Gino D'Alessio
September 5, 2022

Commodities, Investing

Best Uranium Stocks: Which are the Best Uranium Stocks for 2022?

Despite being first discovered in the late 18th century, uranium’s capability as an energy source wasn’t realized until the 20th century. As a commodity today, uranium is predominantly valuable because of its nuclear properties used in the energy, industrial, medical,…

Sarah Bauder
September 1, 2022

Investing

Best Copper Stocks: Which Are the Top Picks in 2022?

Let’s take a look at the best copper stocks, and which ones might outperform the broader stock market. Copper has gained the interest of a lot of investors looking to diversify their portfolios. The semi-precious metal has wide industrial use…

Gino D'Alessio
August 23, 2022

Gold Info, Investing

Is It a Good Time to Buy Gold in 2022? Here’s What the Data Says

Last 4 recessions relative to gold prices

Before making a decision to purchase any kind of investment, the obvious question is about its future price. Will it go up, remain steady, or go down? The variation in price after your purchase determines your profitability. We pat ourselves…

Mustafa Khan
August 17, 2022

Gold, Investing

Are Diamonds a Good Investment? A Full Guide to Investing in Diamonds

You may have heard the phrase, “a diamond is forever.” This was recognized as the most prominent slogan of the 20th century, and its marketing can largely be accredited with proliferating diamonds into the hearts and minds of modern society.…

Adam Hamadiya
August 16, 2022

In the news, Investing

Biden Inflation Bill: What Investors Need to Know About the Inflation Reduction Act (2022)

Projected impact of the inflation reduction act of 2022

The Inflation Reduction Act, referred to by some as the Biden Inflation Bill, unveiled by Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Joe Manchin (D-WV) on July 27, 2022 aims to ease some of the economic pressures that have led to record-high U.S.…

Liam Hunt
August 15, 2022

Commodities, Gold, Investing

Best Lithium Stocks: Which Stocks Will Rock This Sector in 2022?

In our search for the best lithium stocks, we decided to look at companies that mine the raw material and companies that operate with lithium. By operate, we mean companies that make batteries with lithium. At the end of the…

Gino D'Alessio
August 15, 2022

Gold, Investing

What % of Your Retirement Portfolio Should be Allocated to Gold and Silver? 9 Experts Weigh in

In these times of economic unpredictability, savvy investors recognize the necessity for diversification as a hedge against soaring inflation, and the potential impending global recession. Historically, a diversified retirement portfolio that includes precious metals such as gold and silver has…

Sarah Bauder
August 12, 2022

Investing, Silver

Best Silver Stocks: Which are the Best Silver Stocks for 2022?

For centuries, silver has enjoyed the unique distinction of being regarded as both a monetary standard and as a fiat currency. As a commodity, it is utilized as an industrial metal with a myriad of uses in different sectors from…

Sarah Bauder
August 8, 2022

Investing

Passive Real Estate Investing: How You Can Save for Retirement With Real Estate Investments

For those wanting to diversify their investments and enter the real estate sector, one of the first decisions to make is whether you want to be an active or passive investor. Active investing involves managing the property directly, which can…

Liam Hunt
August 8, 2022

Gold, Investing

Best Gold Stocks: Which Are the Best Gold Stocks for 2022?

Let’s dive into the three best gold stocks of 2022. They are listed by market capitalization in ascending order. Gold stocks offer the opportunity to gain exposure to the returns of gold through mining operations of the precious metal. However,…

Gino D'Alessio
August 5, 2022

Federal Reserve, Gold, Investing

Interest Rate Hike: What Next for Economy & Financial Markets?

The interest rate hike the Federal Reserve implemented on July 27, 2022, was well expected by the financial markets, investors, and analysts alike. What was of concern, was how far the interest rate hike would go. And how it may…

Gino D'Alessio
July 28, 2022

In the news, Investing

Recession News: Experts Weigh in on 2022 Recession Chances & Strategies

Recession news has been one of the main headlines that investors are worried about since the beginning of the year. Inflation has continued to rise, the Fed implementing tightening monetary policy, and the war in Ukraine all adding fuel to…

Gino D'Alessio
July 27, 2022

Investing

403(b) vs 401(k): What’s the Difference?

Let’s take a look at the difference between 403b vs 401k retirement plans. Both retirement accounts are tax-advantaged plans offered by an employer. If you are wondering which one you should choose, know that you don’t get to choose. The…

Gino D'Alessio
July 11, 2022

In the news, Investing

May 2022 National Survey: Nearly 4-in-5 Americans Haven’t Taken Action to Hedge Against Inflation; 14.6% Have Added Real Assets

Graph depicting 10-year annual inflation levels in the US

Key Takeaways: 79.1% of Americans haven’t taken any action to combat 40-year-high inflation levels 9.4% of Americans have diversified with precious metals (gold or silver) 4.9% of Americans have diversified with cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin or Ethereum 5.3% of Americans…

Liam Hunt
May 4, 2022

Gold, Investing, IRA

Home Storage For Your Gold IRA? – 5 Experts Chime In

Note: Recent U.S. court cases have found that any form of gold home storage is ineligible for inclusion in an IRA. This article is outdated and meant for informational purposes only. The article below was originally written in 2016. The…

Sarah Bauder
April 18, 2022

alternative investments, Gold, Investing, IRA

How Much Is Trump Gold Coin Worth?

If you were looking for an officially minted Trump gold coin you may be disappointed to know there isn’t one. The US Mint started issuing presidential $1 gold coins in 2007. The program started with America’s first president, George Washington. …

Gino D'Alessio
April 18, 2022