Bond maturities and their yields are related. Typically, bonds with longer maturities pay higher yields. Why? Because the longer a bondholder must wait for the bond’s principal to be repaid, the greater the risk compared to an identical bond with […]
“Every great power is dangerous for the beginner. You must therefore wield them as you are able, but in harmony with nature.” —EPICTETUS, DISCOURSES, 3.13.20 The worst thing we all do is bet big when we think we have […]
Fear of the unknown need not prevent you from studying the financial pages and understanding the evening stock reports on your favorite radio or TV station. A short course in “Wall Street Speak” can help unlock the wealth of information […]
J.P Morgan puts out a quarterly Guide to the Markets. It’s a great resource filled with a ton of valuable data. What’s crazy is that investors can look at the same data and come to completely different opinions. Someone sees […]
On Thanksgiving and New Years Bitcoin was the topic at every dining room table and party. This will not be the topic of discussion at your 4th of July BBQ next week. If your buddy who went all in, is […]
