New investors often want to know the difference between index funds and mutual funds. The thing is, sometimes index funds are mutual funds and sometimes mutual funds are index funds. It’s like asking the difference between apples and sweet food. Apples can be sweet or sour, while sweet food includes more than just apples. So it is with mutual…
Ethical investing is a strategy wherein you allocate your investment dollars according to your beliefs. For example, if you’re a supporter of environmental causes, you can consciously avoid investing in oil companies or other ecologically damaging businesses. Ethical investing, also known as socially responsible or sustainable investing, has grown in...
Women do it all — lead households, pay bills, run companies. But when it comes to saving and investing, advisors say there’s more women could do to ensure they’re better off in retirement.
“Women often feel like they need to wait until they earn a higher salary or have accumulated enough money to get started,” says Sylvia…
The decision whether to fundraise in the early stages of your startup can define the trajectory of your venture. Here’s an overview of why, when, and how to do it. Business angels and other early-stage investors usually have two main benefits to offer…
It’s a classic dilemma in investing and life: Stick with something tried-and-true — or try something new that could be even better?
That’s what some financial advisors and investors are wrestling with, regarding the standard portfolio known as “60/40”. For years it was a go-to for investment assets: 60% equities, 40% fixed income…
LONDON — Climate change is increasingly influencing investment decisions, but it also poses certain risks to financial stability that are not being taken completely seriously, experts have told CNBC.
People are now much more aware of the issue, even those…
