Investments
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Retail investors drive a flurry of IPOs
Feature After years of slowness, companies like Klarna and Gemini are reviving the IPO market
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Is hands-off investing the way to go?
The Explainer In many cases, your money might be better off left alone
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What to know before turning to AI for financial advice
the explainer It can help you crunch the numbers — but it might also pocket your data
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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DORKs: The return of 'meme stock' mania
Feature Amateur investors are betting big on struggling brands in hopes of a revival
By The Week US Published
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Why the catastrophe bond market is growing
The Explainer The bonds pay for climate change disaster damages
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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What to know before 'buying the dip'
the explainer Purchasing a stock once it has fallen in value can pay off — or cost you big
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Uruguay shaken by 'phantom cow' scam
Under the Radar Cattle seen as a safe investment in beef-mad nation – but the cows, and people's life savings, are nowhere to be found
By Genevieve Bates Published
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What will be Warren Buffett's legacy?
Talking Points Observers call him 'the greatest investor of all time.'
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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What are certificates of deposit and how do they work?
The Explainer CDs may be the right solution for your savings goals
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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How to invest for short-term vs. long-term goals
The Explainer You may want to implement a planned home improvement project in the near future while also saving for your eventual retirement
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Are bonds worth investing in?
the explainer They can diversify your portfolio and tend to be a safer investment than stocks
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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The pros and cons of investing in crypto
The Explainer A passing fad or an enduring investment opportunity?
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How to minimize capital gains tax on investments
The Explainer It can take a chunk out of your profits
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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How do presidential elections affect the stock market?
The explainer If you are worried, take heart: Market changes in response to what is happening politically are likely to be short-term
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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