Many people are increasingly thinking about taking control of their finances; especially in the light of the positives and negatives drawn from the economic crisis.Tax efficiency, opportunities in fluctuating markets, diversifying existing investment portfolios and planning investments for the future are all priorities. Many investors looking for quick and simple access to world markets are turning to spread trading.Any investment provides...more
Other than the pittance that The Globe and Mail pays me for my columns, I haven't received a paycheque in two years.Despite not getting paid by anyone, I never really retired in the work sense - initially I was sorting out what my new venture was going to look like and then was immersed in getting Steadyhand going - but in many respects I got a feel for what retirement is like. My tan was better, even if my golf game and water skiing...more
The Indian stock market is a mixed bag of advances and declines. But it is positivism that gains more consideration. The recession bug has no doubt hit all world markets including stock market in India, but things have changed for the better. With the governments reform initiatives, the sun started shining brightly on the Indian stock market attracting foreign investors so much so that purchases worth Rs 2,727 crore a month were made by them recently. The stock market news buzzed with an upbeat flow with Sensex closing at 16844.20, up by 148.47 points and Nifty ending at 4996.90, up by 44.25 points. A 0.90 per cent increase in Sensex and 0.89 per cent increase in Nifty constitute the top India stock market news.As per the latest stock market news, the BSE index exhibited 1366 advances against 1364 declines of the total 2,827 stocks traded on the BSE. Among the leading sectors were metal and auto with the biggest gainers being Maruti Suzuki at a rise of 4.24%, Hero Honda at 4.04%, ONGC at 2.93%, TCS at 2.38%, Tata Steel at 1.79% followed by other companies. The losers list included Jaiprakash Associates at a loss of -2.56%, Reliance Communications at -0.6%, Mahindra & Mahindra at...more
In especially volatile economic times, the drive to invest money wisely becomes more poignant. Traditional money-management strategies are examined with hesitation: just because an investment portfolio behaved well once before does not dictate its success in the future. Hindsight has recently taught us that savvy investors need to consider market...more
After the last 18 months in the stock market, many investors are shell-shocked. They thought they were on track, setting aside money, investing regularly in preparation for retirement. Then after the market top in October 2007 the economy contracted, the credit crunch hit, and the market collapsed. As the bull market of the last four years ended,...more
Foreign currency service is one of the most important ingredients to keeping your business competitive amidst many other competitions in place. Aside from the demands brought by the business itself, you also need to make sure that you do whatever it takes to keep your customers happy so that you can gain their loyalty. Networks are very important when it comes to doing forex business--and they come in the form of customers and partners.Foreign Currency Service for Your CustomersOne of the most important things to remember when it comes to dealing with customers is that you need to make transactions as soon as you have responded to them. You also need to organize your trading schedules accordingly especially if you are participating in foreign currency markets as time zones may differ. Most people would choose to trade currencies with someone whom they have already tried and tested especially during the most critical times.Also, it would be best to always be aware of current value fluctuations. Raise your prices as you should to keep your profitability's momentum but just the same, it's also best to be able to lower down your currencies as they drop in the market. You need...more
If you purchase an immediate annuity, you are instructing the company to start sending you checks as soon as possible. Immediate annuities are designed for individuals or couples who want to rely on receiving a specific amount of money. The money may...more
It is one thing to make money in soaring financial markets, another to make it grow when markets are down. Investors who can boast that they've done both over the past five years include those who bet on the three young money managers at the...more
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Author: Rough VenilsIf you are charged with DUI or driving under the influence, then it is important to seek the advice of an experienced DC DUI lawyer as soon as possible. In Washington DC a charge of DUI is treated very seriously and harsh...more
Author: Rough VenilsThe term DUI refers to driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs. However, you do not have to be drunk or intoxicated to be guilty of driving under the influence. To be found guilty of a DUI offence your ability to...more