Author: Anthony M. Orbison
When imagining unethical methods people frequently use to make money, it’s easy for the mind to leap to a number of sordid and illegal means. The pursuit of wealth has historically demonstrated a persistent way of corrupting the moral compass.But personal finance bestselling author and radio host Dave Ramsey suggests an even higher standard for principled financial behavior that involves more than just avoiding illicit practices when seeking to improve one’s finances. Related: Dave Ramsey reveals blunt new Social Security payment warningTemptations for investors often involve the use of company information they may discover that is not available to the general…
Will the Pound Recover After Brexit? Experts Weigh In The United Kingdom’s decision to leave the European Union (EU) in 2016 sent shockwaves through the global financial markets, causing the value of the British pound (GBP) to plummet. Since then, the pound has struggled to regain its footing, with many investors and economists wondering if it will ever fully recover. In this article, we’ll explore the current state of the pound and examine the views of experts on its potential for recovery. The Pound’s Plunge In the days following the Brexit referendum, the pound fell to its lowest level against…
The final event of the America Loves Crypto tour took place yesterday in Washington, D.C. as the country counts down to the 2024 election. Speakers including Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong, ConSensys CEO Joseph Lubin, and Congressman Wiley Nickel (D-NC) addressed the maximum capacity crowd at the Black Cat music venue. The speakers largely agreed on one idea: the importance of supporting cryptocurrency in America through a concerted bipartisan effort.In their shared stage appearance, Brian Armstrong and Congressman Nickel noted that they see it as critical to keep and foster cryptocurrency innovation in America. This importance, for Nickel in particular, is…
SARINYAPINNGAM/iStock via Getty Images Telix Pharmaceuticals (OTCPK:TLPPF) is set to enhance its North American manufacturing footprint and establish the basis of a “next generation radiometal production network” by acquiring RLS, America’s only Joint Commission-accredited radiopharmacy network, from its parent company, RLS Group Ltd., for $250M. The purchase Source link
(Reuters) -Alaska Airlines said on Monday that it experienced an IT outage that caused significant disruption to its operations, including delayed flights. Alaska issued a ground stop in Seattle, it said in a statement to Reuters, adding that the issue has been resolved but it expects some residual impact to operations. The ground stop was for arrivals in Seattle and lasted for about 2 hours, the airlines said. On Sunday night, the airline on its X account confirmed there had been an outage as multiple users complained they were facing issues accessing its website and app. “This was not a…
Understanding Trading Basics: A Step-by-Step Guide Trading in the financial markets can seem intimidating at first, but with a solid understanding of the basics, anyone can get started. In this article, we will take a step-by-step approach to explain the fundamentals of trading, helping you build a strong foundation for your trading journey. Step 1: Define Trading Trading is the buying and selling of financial instruments, such as stocks, bonds, commodities, and currencies, with the goal of making a profit. Traders use various strategies and techniques to buy and sell these instruments at the right time to maximize their returns.…
Around 250 BTC from the early days of Bitcoin, known as the “Satoshi era,” were transferred on Friday in five separate transactions, each moving around 50 BTC to new wallets. The total value of the transfers was close to $16 million.JUST IN: Satoshi era #Bitcoin wallets just moved over 250 BTC worth $16 million mined in Jan 2009 🤯The owner of the wallets hodled from $0 to $63,000. Legend! 🙌— Bitcoin Magazine (@BitcoinMagazine) September 20, 2024 The coins were originally mined in January 2009, just months after Bitcoin’s launch, and have lain dormant since. Arkham blockchain analysis shows the wallets…
Stay informed with free updatesSimply sign up to the German politics myFT Digest — delivered directly to your inbox.Germany’s Social Democrats have won a narrow victory in elections in the eastern state of Brandenburg, an unexpected reprieve for Olaf Scholz as he prepares to run for a second term as chancellor next year.Preliminary official results put Scholz’s SPD at 30.9 per cent, ahead of the far-right Alternative for Germany with 29.2 per cent.They suggest the SPD can continue to govern Brandenburg, a state that the party has ruled since German reunification in 1990 and which has long been seen as…
Dividends are regular payments companies make to shareholders from their profits. Dividend stocks represent ownership in these companies that consistently distribute a portion of their earnings. Monthly dividend stocks are a subset that pays dividends every month instead of quarterly. These stocks are often favored by investors seeking regular income streams. Dividends can provide a steady cash flow and potentially offset market volatility. Investing in monthly dividend stocks can offer several advantages. They provide more frequent income, which can be beneficial for budgeting and cash flow management. Monthly payouts allow for faster dividend reinvestment, potentially boosting long-term returns through compounding.…
Forex Trading 101: What You Need to Know to Get Started The foreign exchange market, also known as the Forex market, is a global marketplace where individuals, businesses, and institutions trade currencies. With a daily trading volume of over $6 trillion, it’s one of the largest and most liquid financial markets in the world. If you’re interested in getting started with Forex trading, this article will provide you with a comprehensive introduction to help you understand the basics and get started. What is Forex Trading? Forex trading involves buying and selling currencies in the hopes of making a profit. The…