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- Why Is Aditya Birla Sun Life Equity Advantage Fund (G) Worthy for Long Term? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2018 from Dishika BahetiLarge and Midcap is the category of mutual funds which can allow the investors to take advantage of an extended portfolio which can provide stability of the large-cap companies which are decorated by the fruitful returns of the mid-cap companies. Aditya Birla Sun Life Equity Advantage Fund is ...
Views: 747 - Why is everyone Interested in Online Stock Trading? - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2011 from Stock TradingOnline stock trading, in a cost-effective manner, is one thing that has caught many people’s imagination as it a good way of earning extra income. It observed that all those people who indulge into such kind of trading are generally not part of the trading environment at large. In the ...
Views: 723 - Why is Gold a Hedge Against Inflation? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2009 from Shaun RosenbergGold is considered to be a great place to put your money in order to guard against inflation. It is a shiny metal that is deemed valuable, but why does it work to help your money keeps its buying power, even when inflation hits? Well gold is a good hedge because 1. It is Valuable Gold is a ...
Views: 1005 - Why Is Now A Good Time To Invest - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from Shaun RosenbergIt is probably one of the best times to invest for the long term. Almost every stock is undervalued and has seemed to have stopped going up. So a buy and hold strategy might not be that bad of an idea. The reasons buying and holding could have the potential to be very profitable ...
Views: 1021 - Why is Now The Best Time to Invest? - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Shaun RosenbergNow is the best time to invest in the stock market. In fact it is normally a great idea to invest in the stock market as soon as you can; since we are all limited on time it is nice to start when we have a lot of it left. Here are 3 reasons why now is a good time to invest. 1. Should Have ...
Views: 1528 - Why is the Cypriot passport desired by wealthy GCC residents? - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2018 from Majd ElayacheObtaining a European citizenship has been the goal for many immigrants and worldwide investors looking for a second nationality. There are a handful of countries in Europe and worldwide that can grant individuals their citizenship, however, the application process set by the citizenship law of ...
Views: 575 - Why Is Turn Key Real Estate Investments Becoming Popular With Investors? - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2018 from Kim SmithMany people invest on real estate properties to generate a regular income source, which is through rentals. It is indeed the time-tested way to make your money earn for you, but it is not as easy as it sounds. That is probably one of the main reasons why more and more investors are turning ...
Views: 804 - Why Look at a Company’s Debt? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from Shaun RosenbergWhen picking a company for a long term investment it is important to look at many different factors of that company. One of which is the amount of debt the company has. There are two major reasons you want to look at a company’s debt. 1. How Long will it be around? If a company has a ton of ...
Views: 771 - Why Look at a Company’s PE Ratio? - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2009 from Shaun RosenbergThe PE ratio tells you if a stock is overpriced when it is compared to its earnings. It is suppose to be a good indicator for weather a stock is undervalued or overvalued. By why does it work? 1. You want to invest in strong earnings Obviously the more money a company is making the better an ...
Views: 764 - Why Look at Chart Patterns? - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2009 from Shaun RosenbergChart Patterns are a very useful tool in the trading world. They are patterns that can give you precise entry and exit signals, and allow you to catch the biggest moves in the market. So why are they good to look at? Here are some reasons. 1. They give you a buy signal With chart patterns ...
Views: 796 - Why Manage Your Risk When Selling Options - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2009 from Shaun RosenbergMost people who enter the option selling world do so because it comes with a high probability of being correct. Most people see that they can make money 80% of the time and decide that this is what they should be doing. Few realize that even with such a high success rate you still should ...
Views: 670 - Why Mid Cap Funds Are For You - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2012 from Angela HeasleyThe market cap of a fund helps an investor know the size of the company he could potentially invest in. These cap sizes tend to vary over time. They also vary depending on brokerage houses. Generally, a small cap fund falls into the range of less than one billion dollars, a mid cap fund falls ...
Views: 939 - Why My Investing System Works - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from Jeff WeberWHY THE SYSTEM WORKS (From Chapter 12 of my book) A check of the share price of Campbell Resources (spreadsheet next page) shows it has declined from the original $ 6 a share to $ 2.37 a share or a 61% drop. Thus a lump sum investor (all money is in stock) if he had invested the same total ...
Views: 1141 - Why Not to Sell Covered Calls During a Downtrend - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Shaun RosenbergBuying a down trending stock to sell covered calls on can turn into a very bad idea very fast. Here are 3 reasons why selling covered calls on a downward moving stock can become a black hole in your account. 1. The Premium does not Make up for The Loss The part that everyone loves about ...
Views: 983 - Why One Must Not Redeem ELSS Even If Lock-In Period is Over? - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2016 from Dishika BahetiThere is a belief among all the financial planners and investment experts that investments in equity funds should be done for a long-term horizon. For every investor, the meaning of long-term period differs, but generally, it is believed that it must be at least for seven years or more, as ...
Views: 738 - Why Penny Stocks Aren't For You - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2012 from Peter LeedsYou've heard of the monumental gains penny stocks can make, you've seen the great successes your co-worker had, and you've read about how many millionaires that last high-flyer created. That doesn't mean you're ready for penny stocks, and in fact it might mean that you would do best to stay far ...
Views: 1683 - Why People Don’t Sell Options - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2009 from Shaun RosenbergSelling options can definitely be a profitable way to trade the market, yet many people do not trade them. The top two reasons for this are. 1. Option selling gives you a limited return Most people buy stocks and options and hope that they will go up and make them a ton of money. After all ...
Views: 828 - Why Plan Your Stock Investments - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2012 from Kevin AhujaThe only agenda for any investor is to multiply his money. Yet all too often we hear of stocks plunging south and an investor left paying a hefty price. The fact is that investing in stocks is a game. You win some, you lose some, but as long as you make sure you're planning while playing, ...
Views: 1269 - Why Price is King - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2008 from Shaun RosenbergPrice is King when it comes to the market. Sure there are many different ways to evaluate a company and the different methods all have their advantages but the price patterns of a company still gives you the most accurate buy and sell signals. More than any oscillator, any fundamental ratio, or ...
Views: 917 - Why Reliance Growth Fund is Cited as a Strong Contender in Midcap Category? - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2019 from Dishika BahetiMidcap funds have always been looked upon as a powerful route to make good wealth. They tend to be high on energy and provide far better results than large cap funds. However, there are some challenges too that people have to face if they make up their mind to invest in such funds, and high risk ...
Views: 660 - Why Reliance Low Duration Fund is the Best for the First Time Investors? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2018 from Dishika BahetiDemonetisation was a strong move made by the government. In the hope catching the black money and infusing the same to the economy, the nation was put to an economic standstill for months. The bank interest rates tumbled and the people were left with meagre returns. This also didn’t spare the ...
Views: 532 - Why Reliance Multi Cap Fund Is the Best Choice in the Current Market? - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2018 from Dishika BahetiAfter recent SEBIs re-categorisation, the investors are suggested by the experts to invest in the multi-cap category. As multi-cap funds invest in different stocks across the market capitalisation, they are the preferred choice to take advantage of diversification. According to new mandates, the ...
Views: 715 - Why Sachin Bansal invested in Ola - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2019 from Asif MalikWhy Sachin Bansal invested on Ola Co-founder of Flipkart Sachin Bansal has decided to invest in ride-hailing company Ola about $100 million and expected more to invest, as Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal broaden his aim to Ola. After selling the controlling stake to international online retailer ...
Views: 632 - Why Short Term Trading Works the Best - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2009 from Shaun RosenbergShort term trading is a much better way to approach the stock market. It gives you so many different advantages. 1. It allows you to Cut your losses The first thing you want to do is to not lose money. The more you lose the less likely you will be able to make up that loss and actually ...
Views: 748 - Why Should Companies Invest In CSR Policy ? - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2020 from Tirtharaj RamanCorporate social responsibility isn't a new idea, it's known as a corporate initiative to evaluate and require a specific responsibility for the influence in the environment and also for the sake of societal welfare. India is the first state to create CSR mandatory. Businesses must invest in ...
Views: 470 - Why Should Franklin India Smaller Companies Fund be on Your Wishlist? - by Submitted on May 23, 2019 from Dishika BahetiBesides being the largest merchant for spices and outsourcing services, India is often coined as the entrepreneurial country. In the last 10 years, India has seen a surge in the number of startups emerging from its soil. This has led the nation to a whole new direction of progress and ...
Views: 582 - Why Should I Consider Investing? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2019 from Johnny BThere are only two ways to make money in our modern world: by working—either for yourself or someone else—and/or by having your assets work for you. If you keep your life savings in your back pocket or under a mattress instead of investing, the money doesn't work for you and you'll never have ...
Views: 779 - Why Should Investors Care About Computer Sciences - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Ritika SharmaThe stock chart for Computer Sciences Corp. (NYSE: CSC)looks a lot like a StairMaster machine. Right now, the company is taking a breather on the climb back from hitting rock-bottom back in August. The second-quarter report does not paint a picture of CSC as a here-today, gone-tomorrow flash ...
Views: 671 - Why Should Investors Start an SIP Account? - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2021 from Quantum Mutual FundSystematic Investment Plan or SIP account means a method of investing money in mutual funds. In an SIP, one invests a fixed amount of money in a mutual fund every month. which is automatically deducted from one’s bank account. To know what amount of monthly SIP you need to invest to achieve a ...
Views: 423 - Why Should One Invest in Axis Long Term Equity Fund G? - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2017 from Dishika BahetiOne of the most important principles for investing given by Warren Buffet is, “Focus on the play-field, not on the scorecard.” The key to success in equity investment is ‘Patience’, and this is where most of us lack. Many of us keep a regular watch on the market moves and count the profits on a ...
Views: 872 - Why Should Small-Cap Funds Be On Every Investor's Watchlist? - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2017 from Dishika BahetiWhen you are looking forward to building an investment portfolio that caters your long-term goals, it is important to incorporate those funds which dwell enormous growth potential. These funds are essential to provide the much-needed hike to your returns in the long-term horizon. Small-Cap Funds ...
Views: 624 - Why Should You Choose Modular Kit Homes? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Ben WallThe harsh reality about purchasing a home is quite painstaking not only to one's pockets, but also to his entire being. People buying house and lot these days would have to pay for mortgage for about ten years or more. Many of them may give up even before they reach the end of their payment term ...
Views: 1213 - Why Should You Invest in DSP BlackRock Micro Cap Fund? - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2017 from Dishika BahetiWhile considering investment opportunities, the first challenge faced by every investor is the plethora of available options. From a variety of asset classes, fund houses, categories and instruments, it needs to be decided which one is best suited to the requirements. But if you are looking for ...
Views: 775 - Why Should You Invest in Reliance Small Cap Fund? - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2018 from Dishika BahetiMaking a sound investment decision is a necessity to ensure fund security and high yields. Thus, the prime duty of every investor is to analyse the schemes well before putting the capital in them. Among various investment alternatives, only a few are completely suitable for our goals and we must ...
Views: 783 - Why SIP make sense as Investment Tool ? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2012 from Ankit RautWhat is SIP ? SIP-Systematic Investment Plan is a method of investing a fixed sum, that is paid regularly, in a mutual fund. This method of investment is very similar to that of RD's (Recuring Deposits) of old fashion of investment. A SIP basically allows you to buy units on a given date ...
Views: 1157 - Why so many people are rushing to Invest in Brazil - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from Paul DexterBrazil is a huge country. With an area of 8.5 Million square Kilometres and a population of over 200 million people, the country is the world's fifth largest on both counts. As a result of its impressive growth in recent years, Brazil has the largest economy in Latin America, the second ...
Views: 1276 - Why Solar Appointments Are the Secret Weapon for Fast-Tracking Your Solar Sales - by Submitted on May 05, 2025 from Perfect Home DefenseThe solar industry is booming, and for good reason. More homeowners and businesses are recognizing the long-term benefits of solar energy—lower electricity bills, energy independence, and a reduced carbon footprint. But with increasing competition, solar companies must find smarter ways to ...
Views: 217 - Why Spreads, Why Now? - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Shaun RosenbergOption spreads allow you to make money as a stock does not move into a certain area. For example if you made a bull put spread by buying the $40 put and selling the $45 put you would be profitable as long as the stock stayed above $45. They give you a great way to profit in the stock market. ...
Views: 770 - Why the Consumer Price Index Doesn't Work - by Submitted on May 26, 2012 from Jamie BushBen Bernanke is so busy computing academic formulas that he forgot to go shopping and take a look at what’s really going on out there. He is famously called helicopter Ben after he made the statement that he could drop money out of helicopters to fight deflation. Is that a joke? This guy has a ...
Views: 2052 - Why The Rich Invest in Stocks - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Shaun RosenbergThe rich love to invest in stocks. In fact the majority of rich people have some money saved away in the market. Why is it? Because it helps them to stay rich and become richer. Investing in stocks can be a very wise decision. 1. It Has a Good History The stock market is a bumpy ...
Views: 1320 - Why The Stock Market Isn’t a Casino! - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from judy mercyOne of the more cynical reasons investors give for avoiding the stock market is to liken it to a casino. “It’s just a big gaming,” some say. “The whole thing is rigged.” There may be just enough truth in those statements to convince a few people who haven’t taken the time to study it ...
Views: 656 - Why There is a Stock Market - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2009 from Shaun RosenbergThe stock market has been around for centuries, but why? Why does it help the economy? Does it help in any way? The answer is yes. The stock market was created to help 2 people. 1. Business owners Say you open up a new shop that cost you $1,000,000 after a couple years your business grows ...
Views: 1033 - Why These Two Companies Dominated the Marijuana Stock Market - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2017 from Mahendra CThese Two Marijuana Stock Market Picks Soared Last Week This year has been an up-and-down time for marijuana stocks so far, with strong gains offset by blistering falls, all this often happening within 30 days of each other. But that’s the nature of the current marijuana stock market, and ...
Views: 843 - Why to choose commodity market for making investment ? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2017 from farhan khanA large number of traders prefer to trade in stock market as they consider commodity market a risky one. Commodity market is risky but it does not imply that it is inappropriate to be a part of your portfolio. Some precious metals like gold and silver provides several benefits to traders at the ...
Views: 588 - Why to trade options on futures contracts ??? - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2016 from farhan khanIn future contract traders can trade in all sort of financial product like equity, base & precious metals etc. Traders primarily enters into future contract to hedge against future price risk. By entering in to future contract using option contract has many benefits. A trader can begin an option ...
Views: 610 - Why to Stay With the Trend - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from Shaun RosenbergIt is common to want to pick the bottom of a stock in order to get in before a trend starts. But that does not make it the most profitable route to go. It is a far better strategy to stick with the trend of a stock until it ends for the following reasons. 1. High probability If a stock ...
Views: 1033 - Why Trade Spreads? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2009 from Shaun RosenbergOption spreads can give you some new ways to look at the stock market and can help you make money trading in the short term even if you are not good at option trading. Here are some reasons why trading option spreads can be a good idea. 1. Spreads give you more ways to be able to profit from ...
Views: 793 - Why Trade The Trend - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Shaun RosenbergTrading with the trend is one of the most important things you can do in the stock market. It automatically increases your odds of being correct. There are 3 reasons why it is much better to trade with the trend then against it. 1. Likely to continue Trends are likely t continue. If a ...
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