How does your household debt compare to the UK average?
So, have you heard about the rising levels of debt in the UK? It’s definitely something to be aware of, as it can affect all of us in one way or another. Basically, people and households are taking on more and more borrowing to cover expenses and make purchases. And according to the Office for National Statistics, the average household debt in the UK was £15,400 as of September 2021. That includes all forms of debt, like mortgages, credit card debt, and loans.
6 creative ways to save money
I know we all have those moments when we feel like we’re just not saving enough money. Trust me, I’ve been there. But the good news is, there are actually a ton of creative ways to save money that can make a big difference.
The surprising power of saving early and often
I wanted to talk to you today about the benefits of saving early and often. I know that saving money can be tough, especially when there are so many tempting things to spend it on. But trust me, starting to save early and consistently can pay off in a big way.
How much savings should you have by age 60?
As you grow older, you often face increased expenses and a decreased ability to earn income. This makes it crucial for you to have a savings plan in place to ensure financial stability during your senior years. By setting aside money during your working years, you can ensure that you will have the resources to cover necessary expenses such as medical bills and living costs. A well-crafted savings plan can provide peace of mind and security during a time when many seniors are vulnerable.
Protect your purchasing power: Diversify your portfolio to fight inflation
Inflation is the general increase in prices over time, which can erode the purchasing power of money and impact the overall economy. To protect against high inflation, one can invest in assets that are likely to increase in value, diversify investments, and save and budget wisely.
The benefits of incorporating alternative investments into your portfolio
Alternative investing has become increasingly popular in recent years, as investors seek to diversify their portfolios and potentially earn higher returns. But what exactly is alternative investing, and why should you consider adding it to your investment mix?
The Financial Black Swan: Understanding and Protecting Against Rare and Devastating Market Events
In the world of finance, there is always the potential for unexpected events to occur, known as “black swans.” These events can have significant impacts on the markets and can leave investors vulnerable. It was Nassim Nicholas Taleb who first introduced the concept of the black swan, and in this article, we will explore how these events can affect the markets, provide examples of real-life black swans, and discuss ways to protect yourself against them.
How to save money and live well: Tips and tricks for achieving financial success
Saving money is important for reaching your goals. It’s like a game where you need to be smart and plan ahead to win. By following some simple tips, you can save more and live well.
How to choose the right ISA for your financial goals
ISAs are a tax-efficient way to save and invest your money. From cash ISAs to stocks and shares ISAs, there are many options to choose from. Find out which ISA is right for you and how much you can invest each year
Intel vs. AMD: The battle for the heart of your computer
Intel and AMD are competing for market share in the CPU and AI chip markets – with both giants fighting, who will win?
eToro Investor Review: Yuri Zemtov (@balticseal)
Copiers: 1301. $1M-$2M AUM (assets under management). The average holding time of assets: 4.5 Months. One-year performance: +5.78%. Yuri is eToro champion popular investor (red star). He has been trading on the stock market and the fx since 1996. Now, trading is mainly conducted on ETFs and, very rarely, on currencies, crypto-currencies, and individual stocks, […]
Our Favorite Energy Stocks to Hold in 2021-2022
With more than 10000 companies (!) that you can trade every single day on the U.S stock markets, it can get overwhelming to choose which one to invest in. We share with you our top energy picks.
eToro Wallet Review (Updated For 2021)
The recently released eToro wallet is featured in the latest of the in-depth crypto wallet reviews. It is a recent addition to this common social trading platform. eToro wallet can be used by any existing and verified user of eToro as it is synced with the sites’ accounts. Users can use the eToro wallet to […]
Stock Market Terms You Should Know Before Investing
High Price– The high price is the highest price that a certain stock reached in the day. Low Price- The low price is the lowest price that a particular stock has reached at the end of the day. Close Price– The close price is the price that a stock has when the stock market closes. […]
What Causes The Stock Prices to Change?
We all know that stock prices change all the time. Sometimes, they rise real high– at times, they fall real low. There are also times when the stock prices are very volatile and change every minute. If you are a beginner in the stock market, you’d probably feel uneasy because you won’t know when the […]
Is eToro A Scam Or a Legitimate Social Trading Platform In 2021?
Are you getting confused about reading eToro reviews online? When all you want to know about the trading website is: is eToro reliable? Is eToro safe, and most particularly, is eToro a legitimate trading platform? The answer to the above questions is eToro is not a scam, and it is a legitimate trading platform. However, […]
Interview With eToro Popular Investor: Ana Sarda Rodrigues
It’s our pleasure to share with our social trading 101 readers an interview that we have conducted with one of eToro’s most popular investors Ana Sarda Rodrigues. Ana has more than 12,000 followers, 1,400 copiers, and one million dollars in AUM (assets under management)!. The link to her profile is available at the end of […]
How Long Social Trading Has Been Around?
To understand how social trading has been around and how it’s becoming the future leader of financial trading, you must understand the history and process that led to its growth. However, we need to first look at what “social trading” is before its history and the process that led to its evolution. What is Social […]
JPMorgan to Offer Bitcoin Fund
Wall Street is inching ever closer to welcoming Bitcoin with open arms. Prices for the cryptocurrency giant continue to rise, which is making more and more financial experts pay attention. JPMorgan Chase & Co. is the latest to make a move toward offering a Bitcoin investment fund. JPMorgan Chase has not officially announced the fund. […]
eToro Money: Free deposits. Faster withdrawals.
eToro news: We’re pleased to announce that we will soon be rolling out our new eToro Money service. As part of this process, the eToro Wallet app is changing its name to eToro Money, and offering a broader range of services. These include: Swift and easy access to your funds Get your funds instantly* when […]
How to write a post on eToro social trading platform
Sharing thoughts and ideas is one of the main benefits of trading on eToro and the reason that 20M+ traders are using this social trading platform. in this quick tutorial I will show you how you can publish a post on eToro.
eToro copy-portfolios explained
Copy-portfolios are a thematic investment approach that helps users reduce risk, diversify their portfolios, and take advantage of the market´s momentum. In other words, the copyportfolios are a portfolio management product. The thematic investment approach focuses on broader investment themes that a fund manager can use to identify strong companies. It enables the investor to […]
What is social trading
Social trading is a new online investment form where investors can follow the trading behavior of others and copy their investment strategies. In social trading a user follows advanced traders and automatically imitates their trades, rather than considering every single trade. Therefore, social trading portfolios’ content is more people-based than traditional type of investments.
eToro
eToro is the world´s largest social trading and multi-asset brokerage company, which was founded in 2007 in Tel Aviv by brothers Yoni Assia and Ronen Assia together with David Ring. Currently, eToro has more than 12 million registered users worldwide (eToro 2020g). It has registered offices in Cyprus, Israel, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Australia (eToro […]
CFD trading
A CFD is a type of financial contract which allows investors to trade in the movement of a stock without owning an actual stock. CFDs are bets that an assets price is going to rise or fall. CFD is an agreement between the investor and the broker, which obligates the broker to pay the investor the […]
Interview With eToro Popular Investor: Theo Sanders
It’s our pleasure to share with our readers an interview that we have conducted with one of eToro’s most popular investors Theo Sanders. Theo is a Singapore-based investor, entrepreneur, and consultant who has been investing since 2003. We hope you will enjoy reading and learning from Theo’s investment strategy. The link to his profile is […]