The Power of Automatic Investing
Automatic investing is a straightforward and effective strategy to help you build wealth and develop healthy financial habits.
Oct 16, 2025 · 3 min
Stocks Climb After Volatile Session Amid Trade Tensions, Strong Bank Earnings
Markets endured another choppy session Wednesday, with equities swinging on shifting headlines around U.S.-China trade tensions before rebounding on the back of upbeat financial earnings and AI optimism.
Oct 15, 2025 · 3 min
New Rules Affecting Private Market Access: What Investors Need to Know
Private market investing is undergoing significant change. The SEC has recently updated its rules, expanding access to private market investments—opportunities that were once available only to institutional and accredited investors.
Oct 15, 2025 · 3 min
Markets Dip as Trade Tensions Return Despite Strong Bank Earnings
Markets reversed early gains Tuesday as a new wave of U.S.-China trade tensions re-emerged, overshadowing upbeat earnings from major financial institutions and a dovish speech from Fed Chair Jerome Powell.
Oct 14, 2025 · 3 min
Asset Allocation by Age: Building a Resilient Portfolio for Every Life Stage
Let’s talk about asset allocation and how it changes as we move through life’s different chapters.
Oct 14, 2025 · 3 min
Phishing and Social Engineering in Fintech
Let’s talk about one of the most pressing risks in fintech today: phishing and social engineering.
Oct 14, 2025 · 3 min
Stocks Indexes Close Sharply Higher as Trump Softens Tone on China; Chip Shares Soar on Broadcom Deal with OpenAI
U.S. stocks rebounded sharply Monday, recovering nearly all of Friday’s steep losses after President Donald Trump struck a conciliatory tone on China, assuring markets that trade tensions “will all be fine.”
Oct 13, 2025 · 3 min
Stocks Sink After Trump Threatens 'Massive' Tariffs on China; Nasdaq Hits New Record Before Retreating; Gold Recrosses $4,000
U.S. stocks tumbled sharply Friday after former President Donald Trump threatened “massive” new tariffs on China, sparking renewed trade war fears and reversing early gains that had lifted the Nasdaq to another record high.
Oct 10, 2025 · 3 min
Stocks End Lower After S&P 500, Nasdaq Hit Fresh Records; Gold Falls Below $4,000; Delta, Pepsi Pop on Strong Results
U.S. equities ended slightly lower Thursday as investors took profits following fresh record highs in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite, while ongoing political gridlock in Washington and a pullback in gold and crude added to a cautious tone.
Oct 9, 2025 · 2 min
S&P 500, Nasdaq End at Record Highs as Stocks Rebound; Gold Surges Further Past $4,000
U.S. equities rebounded sharply Wednesday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hitting fresh record highs as investors refocused on central bank policy and renewed AI optimism.
Oct 8, 2025 · 3 min
Surging Gold Prices and Market Resilience
Gold prices shot up to record highs this morning, hitting $4,035 per ounce, as people around the world look for ways to protect their savings from stubborn inflation and economic uncertainty.
Oct 8, 2025 · 2 min
Stock Indexes End Lower After S&P 500, Nasdaq Reach New Highs; Safe-Haven Gold Hits Record $4,000
U.S. stocks pulled back Tuesday after touching fresh intraday highs, as profit-taking and renewed concern about AI profitability halted the S&P 500’s seven-day winning streak.
Oct 7, 2025 · 3 min
S&P 500, Nasdaq close at fresh records to start week, helped by AMD gains
U.S. stocks advanced Monday as investors shrugged off the ongoing government shutdown and focused instead on major corporate deals and AI optimism.
Oct 6, 2025 · 3 min
Tech Rally Stalls as Caution Rises Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Shutdown Uncertainty
Markets capped the week with modest gains but closed mixed on Friday as a late-day selloff in tech erased earlier momentum.
Oct 3, 2025 · 3 min
AI Investment Accelerates, But Questions Remain
Artificial intelligence continues to drive headlines and capital inflows in 2025, with investors showing historic enthusiasm for both established tech giants and emerging AI startups.
Oct 3, 2025 · 2 min
Markets Hit Record Highs Amid Economic Uncertainty
U.S. equity markets surged to fresh record highs this week, demonstrating unexpected resilience despite political and economic challenges.
Oct 3, 2025 · 2 min
Tech Optimism Lifts Stocks as Shutdown Standoff Drags On
Markets pushed higher Thursday, led by strength in tech and semiconductors, despite escalating political uncertainty from an extended U.S. government shutdown.
Oct 2, 2025 · 2 min
The Rise of AI Equities: Market Developments and Considerations
In 2025, equities related to artificial intelligence (AI) have continued to capture significant investor interest, largely driven by accelerating advancements in AI technologies and their expanding use cases across a diverse range of industries.
Oct 2, 2025 · 2 min
Navigating Volatility: October 2025 Market Update
As we step into October 2025, financial markets have become notably more volatile, with sharp swings across stocks, bonds, and commodities.
Oct 2, 2025 · 3 min
Markets Climb Despite Shutdown and Jobs Miss
Stocks rallied for a fourth straight session on Wednesday, with investors largely brushing off the U.S. government shutdown and a surprise drop in private-sector employment.
Oct 1, 2025 · 3 min
Markets Close Out Strong Quarter on AI Optimism, But Eyes Turn to Shutdown Risks
Stocks capped off a solid September and their second consecutive quarterly gain on Tuesday, buoyed by AI enthusiasm and lower rate expectations.
Sep 30, 2025 · 3 min
Economic Impact of the 2018-2019 Federal Government Shutdown and Looming Budget Standoff
A five-week partial shutdown of federal government operations from December 2018 to January 2019 reduced U.S. economic output by an estimated $3 billion, based on reports from nonpartisan government analysts.
Sep 30, 2025 · 3 min
Year-End Tax Planning: Kick Off the Season with Key Deadlines and Smart Strategies
As the year draws to a close, it’s a great opportunity to review your finances, take advantage of available tax benefits, and set yourself up for a smoother tax season.
Sep 30, 2025 · 4 min
Markets Edge Higher as Shutdown Worries Mount
U.S. equities opened the week with modest gains as investors weighed the looming threat of a government shutdown and its potential to delay key economic data releases, particularly Friday’s nonfarm payrolls report.
Sep 29, 2025 · 3 min
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