4 Basic Things to Know About Bonds
Want to strengthen your portfolio’s risk-return profile? Adding bonds can create a more balanced portfolio by adding diversification and calming volatility. But the bond market may seem unfamiliar even to the…
How to Start Investing in Stocks in 2024
Investing in stocks can be a powerful way to grow your wealth over time. It involves buying shares in a company with the hope that the company will grow and…
What Is a Public Bank?
A public bank is a financial institution owned and operated by the government or a public entity. Public banks differ from private banks, which are owned and operated by private…
Are Online Banks Safe?
If they’re FDIC-insured, online banks are as safe as traditional brick-and-mortar banks in many ways. You can also take steps as a consumer to ensure your account is as protected…
Replacing Some Ultra-Processed Foods in Your Diet May Significantly Lower Your Type 2 Diabetes Risk
Reducing your intake of ultra-processed food may reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes. Researchers found that every 10% increase in the amount of ultra-processed foods in a person’s diet…
Sleepmaxxing: How TikTok’s Wellness Trend Can (and Can’t) Help You Sleep
Sleepmaxxing is a social media trend that’s growing in popularity. The trend encompasses a range of advice, products, and practices aimed at improving sleep quality. Health experts say some aspects…
Former Acadia Employees Received Reward for Blowing the Whistle on Healthcare Fraud
The United States Department of Justice settled a False Claims Act qui tam whistleblower lawsuit against inpatient behavioral health facilities operator Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. Under the terms of the settlement, the…
USTR Finalizes New Section 301 Tariffs
The United States Trade Representative (USTR) published a Federal Register notice detailing its final modifications to the Section 301 tariffs on China-origin products. USTR has largely retained the proposed list of products subject…
What Are Stock Fundamentals?
What Are Stock Fundamentals? Stock fundamentals are key metrics for a company, such as cash flow and return on assets (ROA). Analysts often perform fundamental analysis to analyze a stock…
Investing: An Introduction
The investment landscape can be extremely dynamic and ever-evolving. But those who take the time to understand the basic principles and the different asset classes stand to gain significantly over…