financial markets

More than half of all Americans have less than $1,000 saved. If you're one of those Americans, you might be thinking about investments as a way to jumpstart your savings and make the most of your money. If you're looking to get started making investments, the first thing you need to do is choose which type of financial market you'll be investing within. What … [Read more...] about A Quick Guide to the Types of Financial Markets

What's the number one way to lose money while investing? Easy. Not understanding your market. That's how Warren Buffet became so successful. Well, one of the ways anyway. He has a policy of only investing in companies he understands and believes in. But what do you do when you're starting? Here are three examples of financial markets most investors take part in. We … [Read more...] about For the Visual Learners: 3 Fantastic Examples of Financial Markets

With markets shifting and changing on a daily basis, liquid investments are now more relevant than ever. Investors and market experts often focus on the importance of investment liquidity. But what is liquidity and how do experts use it to evaluate investments? In this article, we are examining the importance of investment liquidity. What is Investment … [Read more...] about Investment Liquidity: What Is It and Why Is It Important

Have you ever needed to tap into some capital that's tied up in securities or shares? We already know the answer, and that answer is yes. Every company wants to maximize their access to liquid capital. But before we get into talking about how to make that happen, we need to break down the basics. How well do you really understand repos and securities? We're willing to bet … [Read more...] about What Is the Difference Between Repo and Securities in Finance?

The stock exchange has been around for centuries. The very first one was created for trading in the 17th century.  The East India Trading company was a financial and political powerhouse throughout Europe and the colonies each country was settling around the world. Much like in 1642, the modern stock exchange has become a major determining factor for Western … [Read more...] about Top 5 Largest Stock Exchanges In the World