After winning the approval of New York’s financial regulator earlier this fall, the Bank of New York Mellon is all set to hold its customers’ bitcoin and ether starting this week. The nation’s oldest bank has added cryptocurrencies to its custody services. Key Takeaways BNY Mellon will begin to hold select customers’ bitcoin and ether
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Rates on conventional 30-year mortgages saw a pause Monday in their boldly swinging pattern of the last two weeks, essentially holding flat after bolting back into the 7% range to end last week. Averages on every major Jumbo product, on the other hand, soared higher Monday. Today’s National Mortgage Rate Averages The 30-year average shed
All signs are pointing to the Republicans winning the majority of the House in the 2022 midterm elections. Still, one or more “October surprises” could materialize that could conceivably prevent the GOP from gaining a majority. So, just in case one or more of those scenarios (such as peace in Ukraine and a sudden deceleration
The economy has been facing severe headwinds, with only a few sectors holding firm. Earlier this year, several technology stocks were doused in red ink after their Q4 earnings calls. However, as more companies start reporting their third quarter earnings for this year, here are some of the top stocks to watch. The post-pandemic boom
America is ready to build out its electric vehicle (EV) charging station network — and yet, traders aren’t quite ready to buy Blink Charging (NASDAQ:BLNK) stock. The U.S. government supports the EV charging port buildout, and this should benefit Blink. Besides, the company is working with a variety of businesses across the nation to make EV
An index of small business optimism edged up slightly by 0.3 points in September to a reading of 92.1 as sales expectations rose, according to the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). However, the index still remained below its 48-year average of 98, as rising costs weigh on businesses, with close to a third of owners saying
Derivatives offer investors a powerful way to participate in the price action of an underlying security. Investors who trade in these financial instruments seek to transfer certain risks associated with the underlying security to another party. Let’s look at five derivative contracts and see how they might enhance your annual returns. Key Takeaways Five of the more popular derivatives are options,
Here are the companies making headlines before the bell: Angi (ANGI) – Angi shares added 2% in premarket trading after the online home services company named Joey Levin as CEO, replacing Oisin Hanrahan. Levin is currently the CEO of Angi parent company IAC and will continue in that role as well as running Angi. Leggett
Bulls and bears alike have always sought out cheap stocks to buy. Most investors just can’t get enough, no matter what stage we’re in. Moreover, in the current bear market, there are plenty of cheap stocks to buy for $100. Valuations are down, providing long-term investors with opportunities that we haven’t seen in some time.
Since completing its special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) merger, Rumble (NASDAQ:RUM) stock has fallen sharply in price. After receiving a 39.6% boost on Sept. 19, its first trading day post-deSPACing, RUM stock has since tumbled from $16.81 to around $12 per share. But while frustrating, this pullback has opened up an opportunity for investors who
It’s wise to focus on defensive plays for your portfolio, like consumer stocks to buy and hold. With the latest jobs report signaling the Federal Reserve will remain “full steam ahead” when it comes to raising interest rates, chances are the uncertainty and volatility that has rocked the stock market this year will continue in
Sometimes, financial traders might forget that Cassava Sciences (NASDAQ:SAVA) stock is, as the company’s name suggests, all about the science. That’s because the media will distract you with reports of data manipulation claims. Don’t misunderstand – it’s important to know about these allegations. Yet, SAVA stock investors should keep their eyes on the prize, and that
Interest is defined as the cost of borrowing money, as in the case of interest charged on a loan balance. Conversely, interest can also be the rate paid for money on deposit, as in the case of a certificate of deposit. Interest can be calculated in two ways: simple interest or compound interest. Simple interest is calculated on the
The fierce bear market gives investors many undervalued high-growth stocks at fire-sale prices. The stock market today is vastly different from the bull market that began in the 2010s and lasted until 2022. Investors are recognizing the risks that sharply higher interest rates will hurt stock valuations. Markets dumped high-growth companies with poor prospects. Companies
The CFA Level III exam is the last in the series of three exams conducted by the CFA Institute. Coupled with at least 48 months of relevant work experience, successful completion of the final level yields a charter membership. While the first two levels revolved around basic financial knowledge, investment valuation comprehension, and the application
Mortgage rates have yo-yoed dramatically the past two weeks, with the latest movement being a big push higher again. The 30-year average is now back to the 7% range and less than a tenth of a point under the 20-year high it hit in late September. Today’s National Mortgage Rate Averages Rates on 30-year loans
In 2020 and 2021, so-called Reddit stocks came roaring to life. Investors were increasingly piling into these names in a way that many in the industry knew would end in disaster. Ultimately, it did, with these stocks falling significantly in 2022. However, that does leave us with some cheap Reddit stocks to pick over. In
Equity markets are sensitive to quarterly earnings reports. A slight earnings miss by a company translates into a knee-jerk decline of its stock. On the other hand, stocks can go ballistic on earnings beats. It’s therefore a good idea to consider opening near-term long or short positions in stocks just ahead of companies’ quarterly earnings
Right now, the U.S. dollar is seeing strength we haven’t seen in some time. This has created a series of headwinds that many multinational organizations have had to battle. That said, a weak U.S. dollar has historically been good news for big American multinational companies that get a large share of their sales and profits
The Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA), 2021, signed into law on Dec. 27, 2020, provided money for a new type of Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) advance and funding for a new grant that targets shuttered venues. Guidance from the Small Business Administration (SBA) describes how to get part or all of your PPP loan forgiven