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Welcome back to a new edition. On Wednesday, Microsoft rose 6.7% after the US midterms. On Thursday, the seven biggest US tech companies lost about $1 trillion between them. Three of those companies, Amazon, Microsoft and Alphabet, run the three biggest cloud businesses, and our video compares them side by side. Watch it first to […]
For two years, the AI trade had one rule: build more, and the market rewards you. On Thursday, November 5, that rule got its first real stress test. The Nasdaq Composite fell 5.52%, its worst day in 19 months. It closed 11.9% below its October 6 record, which puts it in correction territory. The S&P […]
A strange kind of celebration On Tuesday, Americans voted in the 2026 midterms. Democrats flipped both the House and the Senate. On Wednesday, Microsoft, Apple and Amazon each jumped 5–7%, and Apple and Microsoft hit fresh all-time highs. Now, if you’ve followed the last few years, that should feel a little odd. Democrats ran partly […]
Americans voted yesterday. And if you’re invested in US stocks, you’ve probably spent the morning wondering one thing: does any of this actually matter for my portfolio? Short answer: a little, but probably not in the way you think. Midterms rarely set markets on fire. But this one lands at a strange moment. The AI […]
When it comes to investing in the financial markets, the primary goal set by the majority of investors is wealth creation! However, it is easier said than done. To achieve the wealth creation objective, one needs to ensure that they are invested in the right kind of stocks that are aligned with their investment strategy […]
The first ever ESOP was issued in San Francisco in 1956 to enable employees to own a company after the founders passed away. Ever since then, ESOPs have become an increasingly popular way to allow employees to monetarily benefit from the value that their company creates, especially in the tech world. Along with Employee Stock […]
When you check the financial news, you often see updates about the Dow Jones, Nasdaq, and S&P 500. These aren’t random numbers; they’re key indicators that show how well the US stock market is doing. The Dow Jones Industrial Average looks at 30 big companies in the US to see how they’re doing. It’s like […]
The stock market is ever-changing, reflecting the collective actions and sentiments of its participants. Among the many metrics and indicators used by investors to interpret market conditions, the 52-week high and low stand out for their simplicity. These benchmarks serve as key indicators for assessing the performance, volatility, and potential future movement of stocks. Understanding […]
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Data shows that index ETFs are among the most popular ETFs on the Vested platform. Before we dig deeper into index ETFs, we will understand what ETFs are. ETF stands for exchange-traded fund. Like a mutual fund, an ETF is a collection of many stocks/ bonds traded under one fund. However, unlike mutual funds, ETFs […]
The primary fear for investors when engaging in the stock market is the fear of losing money. This risk of losing money in the market is associated with price fluctuations that might be too hard to comprehend at first. It is due to this lack of knowledge that investors often tag the market as a […]
Quick Answer – For Indian investors, the NYSE and Nasdaq are open from 7:00 PM to 1:30 AM IST during the US daylight saving period (typically March to November), Monday through Friday. During the rest of the year, the regular trading session is 8:00 PM to 2:30 AM IST. Introduction The primary objective of any […]
Welcome back to a new edition. On Wednesday, Microsoft rose 6.7% after the US midterms. On Thursday, the seven biggest US tech companies lost about $1 trillion between them. Three of those companies, Amazon, Microsoft and Alphabet, run the three biggest cloud businesses, and our video compares them side by side. Watch it first to […]
Welcome back to a new edition… Alphabet’s cloud business doubled in size last quarter, and the shares had their worst day since the company listed in 2004. For a sense of why a strong quarter can land badly, our video takes four companies and asks what actually keeps a profit margin safe. Watch it first […]
Welcome back to a new edition. Before the stories, a question about this week. Every company in this edition is either losing money, promising money it does not have, or unable to build what it has sold. So who in the AI build-out is actually getting paid right now? Our video looks at an answer […]
Welcome back to a new edition. Before the stories, a question about this week: If every company that actually makes AI chips says it cannot keep up with the orders in front of it, what was being sold? Chips or just the idea of it? Our video on whether semiconductor shares are worth owning right […]
Welcome back to a new edition. Before the stories, a quick question. This week one report about OpenAI’s revenue knocked 5.5% off Oracle and 8% off CoreWeave, two companies that build data centres and rent them out. Why does one private company’s number move their stocks, you ask? Because their whole business is a bet […]
Key takeaways Best-in-class, customizable, high-end luxury car maker with average profit margins at 20.3% versus 9% for the luxury car market Developing electric vehicles (EVs), with its first EV expected to be launched in 2025. Committed to sustainability and working to reduce environmental impact by using more sustainable materials in its cars and developing renewable […]
Key takeaways The world is witnessing a massive transition. The century-old reliance on internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles is yielding to a cleaner, more sustainable future dominated by electric vehicles (EVs). These EVs, producing zero emissions, have emerged as an effective countermeasure against the pressing issue of climate change. This shift is greatly facilitated by […]
Key takeaways Luxury of success In 2022, during uncertain times, the luxury goods market grew. It also looks like it will keep growing in the next years up to 2030, even if the economy has some ups and downs. As per a report published by Bain in 2023, the luxury goods market is segmented into nine […]
Key takeaways The hospitality and travel industry The hospitality and travel industry has experienced significant growth over the last decade. According to the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), the industry’s global economic impact grew at an average annual rate of 5.5% between 2013 and 2019. In 2019, the industry contributed 10.3% of global GDP […]
How do you pick stocks? Do you have to listen to a broker, or can you do it on your own? While some feel nervous about selecting the wrong stocks, knowing the right intel can calm your nerves and help you feel empowered to choose the right investment opportunities. Here are three tips on how […]
What is thematic investing? Thematic investing is an approach wherein investors invest in long-term trends rather than specific companies or sectors. Thematic investing is based on an understanding of the impact of long-term social, economic, technological, and political trends and investment opportunities that may arise out of them. The idea is to outperform traditional indices […]
If compound interest is an investor’s best friend, inflation is her worst enemy. Currently, inflation rates are rising around the world. In this blog, we will take a look at ways in which you can use ETFs in the US markets to hedge against inflation. US consumer inflation reached its highest level in more than […]
If you invest in the US markets, you would have heard about the 10-year treasury yield at some point. The treasury yield is nothing but the annual interest rate the US Government pays on its debt obligations (treasury bonds). What are treasury bonds? Governments, like companies, need to raise funds for different purposes; be it […]
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