Value at Risk (VaR) has been called the “new science of risk management,” and is a statistic that is used to predict the greatest possible losses over a specific time frame. Commonly used by financial firms and commercial banks in investment analysis, VaR can determine the extent and probabilities of potential losses in portfolios. Risk
What Is the Cboe Volatility Index (VIX)? The CBOE Options Exchange calculates a real-time index to show the expected level of price fluctuation in the S&P 500 Index options over the next 12 months. Officially called the CBOE Volatility Index and listed under the ticker symbol VIX, investors and analysts sometimes refer to it by
The correlation coefficient has limited ability in predicting returns in the stock market for individual stocks. Still, the statistical measurement may have value in predicting the extent to which two stocks move in relation to each other because the correlation coefficient is a measure of the relationship between how two stocks move in tandem with
If you have some spare cash to save or invest, there are many options open to you. Two of these are a certificate of deposit (CD) or investing in an exchange-traded fund (ETF). At first glance, both investments appear to offer similar advantages to investors—both are often presented as relatively low-risk ways of putting money
For investors with limited time to spend watching the ups and downs of the markets, mutual funds offer a good alternative. Here are a few reasons to give up individual stock picking and turn to mutual funds. Diversification One golden rule of investing for both large and small investors is to go for asset diversification.
As a renter, you’re bound by the terms and responsibilities in your lease or rental agreement. At the same time, federal, state, and local laws protect you against unlawful landlord practices. Here’s what you need to know about your rights as a tenant—under normal circumstances and in the age of COVID. Key Takeaways Federal, state,
What Is Pre-Market and After-Hours Trading? U.S. stock market exchanges—particularly the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Nasdaq—are typically open between 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Eastern Time (ET). However, with the adoption of new technology and increased demand for trading, these hours have been extended to include what is known as pre-market and after-hours
Source: SERSOLL / Shutterstock Weeks of selling pressure finally erupted yesterday, sending the Dow Jones up 1.4%, the S&P 500 up 1.8%, and the Nasdaq up 2.1%. Our own top stocks, meanwhile, more than doubled the broader indices. And that’s just a preview of how the next 12 months will play out on Wall Street.
Revocable Trust vs. Irrevocable Trust: An Overview A revocable trust and living trust are separate terms that describe the same thing: a trust in which the terms can be changed at any time. An irrevocable trust describes a trust that cannot be modified after it is created without the beneficiaries’ consent. A trust is a
Undervalued marijuana stocks can be difficult to tell from marijuana stocks that are on the way out. It’s been a few years since the markets were expecting a major inflection point for the marijuana industry. Regulatory hurdles and sustained cash burn have restricted growth. There was a euphoric rally for marijuana stocks in 2019, which
Despite appearances, we are running out of sand. While that might seem farfetched – sand is seemingly everywhere – there is not only a thriving international trade in the commodity, but it’s the second-most heavily exploited natural resource after water and, by volume, the most heavily extracted solid material in the world. Like any commodity, sand
In this article ZS DOCU RH Interior Design area of the Restoration Hardware store in the Meatpacking District of New York. Source: RH Check out the companies making headlines after hours. DocuSign — Shares surged more than 17% after the electronic agreements company reported an earnings beat, and issued a third-quarter revenue forecast that was
The mention of food stocks likely conjures up grocery stores and related retailers, wholesalers and suppliers. Indeed, those types of companies are present on this list, but it also includes a number of firms that make those foods possible. That said, what we’re looking for is stocks that appear poised to perform well in the
Growth stocks have performed well in 2021 as expectations and economic conditions were much different than in 2022. Things have changed dramatically as high inflation and rising interest rates have raised concerns about the odds of a recession and this has made a shift from investing in growth stocks to value stocks. On July 15,
So you’re a little low on your retirement savings? A lot of people have the same problem. In fact, one in four Americans don’t save any of their income for retirement, according to the 2021 Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households report from the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. If you’re in that
Fifth generation (5G) wireless is exploding in terms of its adoption and growth around the world. According to market research firm Precedence Research, the global 5G market is forecast to reach $1.87 trillion by 2030 for a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 44.63% between this year and the start of the next decade. Because of
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With all the projected growth for plant-based food and beverage companies, it’s not surprising that investors continue to look for the best vegan stocks to buy. Despite the industry’s growth slowing in 2021, Bloomberg Intelligence’s recent report on plant-based food and beverage suggests that plant-based revenue — which includes dairy, meat, and other plant-based alternatives
PepsiCo Inc. (PEP) is one of the largest and most well-known companies in the world. Though famous for its namesake soft drink, PepsiCo has branched out into many other products over its lifespan, leading to diversified revenue streams. How does the global behemoth operate, and which are its key products and markets across the globe in