Over the last year, the stock market has been dominated by major company shares. Small and mid-cap companies, which make up a large portion of the market, can provide some intriguing investment opportunities. According to several definitions, small-cap stocks are shares of firms with a market value between $1 billion and $2 billion. Although many … Read more
Rising energy costs have thrown a long shadow over the euro zone’s economy, but have also reinforced the dollar’s safe-haven appeal. On Wednesday, the dollar surged to fresh 20-year highs while the euro fell to new two-decade lows. In June the central bank raised interest rates by an eye-popping 75 basis points, but it had … Read more
The housing market refers to the process through which individuals purchase and sell homes, whether they intend to occupy them or not. Many people’s most prized possessions are their homes. Two-thirds of British families own their home outright, with half of those still making mortgage payments. The remaining one-third of households are made up of … Read more
Bitcoin has been around for a while now, and there is no doubt that it is a very interesting concept. However, the big question on everyone’s mind is whether or not it is still a good investment. In this blog post, we will take a look at the pros and cons of investing in bitcoin … Read more
New opportunities for everyone, including online trade, have been opened up by the rise of social media. Traders now have new means to engage with customers and alert them to possibilities in an industry that is valued at $100 billion, and user numbers continue to rise. Almost every business has begun to recognize the importance … Read more