Binance in legal troubles
Learn why Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, and its CEO are being sued by the CFTC
Lourens Matthysen
Understanding the role of risk in investing and how to manage it
Risk is one of the biggest threats investors face on a daily bases. As an investor it is your duty to understand how to manage your risk.
This week ahead || 27 Mar - 31 Mar 2023
News to get your week started for the week 27 Mar -31 Mar 2023.
Understanding REITs: A Beginner's Guide
Looking for stable income and diversification in your investment portfolio? Consider REITs, which own, operate, or finance real estate properties. Learn more about the benefits and risks before investing, and check out some top-performing REITs.
UBS acquires Credit Suisse
UBS acquires Credit Suisse for $3.2B, taking over its assets and liabilities, after regulators pushed for the move to prevent market-shaking turmoil and a potential banking crisis.
This week ahead || 20 Mar - 24 Mar 2023
UBS is set to acquire rival Swiss bank Credit Suisse in a deal valued at over $2 billion. Get the latest scoop here.
Investment in alternative assets such as art, wine or precious metals.
Alternative investments like art, wine, and precious metals offer diversification, inflation protection, and strong returns over the long term. These assets have historically shown positive returns, and can offer protection against inflation.
The Collapse of SVB
The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank has sent shockwaves through the financial sector, with fears of a wider crisis and potential ripple effects. Find out what caused the bank's collapse and its impact on the tech industry and stock market.
This week ahead || 13 Mar - 17 Mar 2023
Investors are closely watching economic data and events this week, including the CPI and retail sales figures, amid fallout from SVB collapse and inflation concerns. ECB rate hike, UK budget, China economic data, and bond market recession signals are also on the radar.
Inflation and Interest: Understanding the Relationship
Inflation and interest rates have a complex relationship that affects investors and the economy. High inflation can lead to higher interest rates, and vice versa. Investors should consider the impact of inflation and interest rates on their investments to make informed decisions and manage risk