Corruption on the Panama Canal
The Panama Canal Company bankruptcy in 1889 was the largest financial scandal of the 19th century and caused the financial ruin of thousands of investors. The bankruptcy led to losses…
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Leverage and Investing
Leverage can greatly increase investment returns but comes with some big risks. Investors should determine whether the additional risk borne in pursuit of heightened returns is sufficient.
Risk versus reward: A key investing trade-off
We often hear about risk versus reward when it comes to investing, and anyone wishing to strike the right balance between the two needs to pay close attention to their objectives, investment time horizon and personal level of comfort with risk.
Mutual funds vs ETFs
Mutual funds and ETFs are looking increasingly alike, but there are some key differences young investors should consider before deciding which vehicle is best for them.
For young investors, patience pays
Just like you won’t lose 20 pounds in one day, you won’t amass big savings without putting in the time. Luckily for young investors, time is on their side – and a little knowledge and patience can go a long way.
Bond Spreads
Video transcript: The term bond spreads, or spreads, describes the interest rate differential between two bonds. Mathematically, it’s determined by subtracting the lower interest rate from the higher one. Spreads…
