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Insurance is a form of risk management primarily used to protect against the risk of potential financial loss. There are various types of insurance available, providing coverage for a range of scenarios from personal injury to property damage. Insurance also exists in various forms in trading and investing contexts to protect against loss (e.g., options […]

The strategies and options available for retirement plans can be very different depending on the country. It’s important to understand how these plans vary in order to make informed decisions about retirement savings. Below we look into the retirement plans in the United States, as well as in Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, and the […]

Economic and market forecasting is a fundamental tool for traders, investors, policymakers, and businesses to make informed decisions. Unlike “exact sciences,” forecasting in economics and markets is not about producing exact outcomes. Instead, it’s about defining a range of possible scenarios based on a range of variables. These variables, of which each often have a […]

The economic success or failure of a country is a complex issue. Productivity and structural reform play central roles in determining a nation’s economic progress, but factors such as cultural attitudes and economic inequalities also have substantial impacts. Let’s look at these factors and explore potential strategies for driving success in struggling economies.   Key […]

Economic growth is a fundamental aspect of a country’s prosperity and well-being. It allows for improved living standards, creates job opportunities, and fosters innovation. For traders and investors, economic growth – particularly changes in its discounted expectations – is one of the main drivers of asset prices at the broad asset class level (in addition […]

Emerging market equities are a popular option for traders and investors, given their higher potential. Known for its potential to offer higher returns compared to developed markets, the expected premium for investing in emerging versus developed equity markets is usually 1-3% per year. In other words, if you put your money in EM equities, over […]

Deciding whether to hire a financial advisor is an important decision that can significantly impact your financial future. With many factors to consider, from the benefits of hiring an expert to the potential costs and alternatives, this guide will help you make an informed choice. We’ll look into the advantages and disadvantages of hiring a […]

China has experienced multiple cycles of its empire rising and declining – in what are known today as dynasties. By examining the political, social, and economic/financial underpinnings of these cycles, we can extract lessons for today’s investment landscape and global order. Chinese policymakers are also well-versed in their own history (and that of other ancient […]

The field of accounting is vast and comprises several specialized areas. Two prominent branches of this discipline are financial accounting and management accounting. While both stem from the same root, their objectives, users, and methodologies vastly differ.   Key Takeaways – Financial Accounting vs. Management Accounting Accounting comprises specialized areas, with financial accounting and management […]

Zillow, the prominent online real estate marketplace, attempted to venture into the home “iBuying” industry with an Automated Valuation Model (AVM) designed to purchase homes they perceived as undervalued. Using a robust dataset gathered over a span of time and an artificial intelligence-driven approach, they aimed to create a robust real estate buying model (officially […]