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Low-risk or high-risk investment? Which one should you go for?
July 27, 2021 12:06 PM AEST| By AshishSummary Risk is one of the fundamental attributes of any investment. However, not all investors can figure out the risk associated with an investment. They must also understand the difference between a low-risk and a high-risk investment. .....
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How to invest in dividend stocks in UK
July 26, 2021 03:56 PM AEST| By Kamalika GhoshSummary Investing in dividend stocks is a great way to generate a stream of stable income. Although higher dividend yield is considered favourable, dividend yield traps must be avoided. Dividend income may also get taxed. Dividend s.....
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Which are the six popular tech trends transforming our lives?
July 25, 2021 12:58 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine Media‘It’s not that we use technology, we live technology.’ - Godfrey Reggio As the saying goes, human lives are greatly influenced by every evolution that takes place in the tech world. Technology gives us a new pace to race against .....

Thinking of investing in mutual funds? Here’s how to pick the right fund
July 24, 2021 12:48 AM AEST| By AayushSummary An SIP is an investment technique wherein an investor does not try to time the market by waiting for a dip to buy. An index-based mutual fund basically tries to replicate the performance of its underlying index such as the ASX 200 in Au.....

Confused between shareholders and stakeholders? Here’s how they differ
July 23, 2021 01:12 PM AEST| By AshishThe terms shareholder and stakeholder are used interchangeably in business environment. However, both have very different meanings when analysed closely in context of business environment. &n.....

Five ways to improve your financial literacy
July 23, 2021 07:14 AM AEST| By AshishFinancial literacy has become a part and parcel of today’s life. Be it choosing the best retirement fund or stocks, financial knowledge plays a critical role. To put it simply, financial literacy is the foundation of one’s relationship .....

Money market vs capital market: How do the two impact investors?
July 22, 2021 11:17 AM AEST| By AshishSummary Investors and traders are expected to understand the difference between money and capital markets to make better investment decisions. While money markets are used for trading in short-term debt, capital markets are used for long-term l.....

Is the sun shining on solar farm investments?
July 22, 2021 07:46 AM AEST| By Daniel Paul JohnsSummary A solar farm is a block of land with several ground-mounted solar tracking towers. Operating a solar farm can be simpler than operating a traditional farm as it reduces operational costs, particularly the cost of electricity. Although .....

How to become financially independent through investing
July 19, 2021 12:49 PM AEST| By Furquan MoharkanIn the recently released Indian financial thriller series – Scam 1992 – the lead character, former Indian stockbroker Harshad Mehta (played by Bollywood actor Pratik Gandhi), goes on to say that the “stock market is such a well that...

Why should one invest in penny stocks?
July 07, 2021 11:25 AM AEST| By Sonal SinhaSummary Despite the considerable risk, penny stocks have the potential to generate a massive profit at a faster rate. Investing in penny stocks gives one an option to add niche businesses in one’s portfolio that could have substantial pot.....

Where is rhodium used in cars? How is it mined?
June 28, 2021 11:45 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary Rhodium is a precious, highly reflective, corrosion resistant metal, primarily mined as a by-product of palladium, platinum, or nickel mining. The metal finds application in automotive catalytic converters to reduce toxic gas emissions......

What sectors should I invest in 2021?
June 26, 2021 01:20 AM AEST| By Suhita PoddarSector-specific investment is a focused style of money invested in which companies from a single segment of the economy is selected for investment. It helps to diversify the portfolio and manage risk. However, investment return depends upon the per.....

Where is the largest deposit of lithium? Will we run out of lithium?
June 25, 2021 05:51 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary Lithium is extensively used in the manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries, used to power electric vehicles. Growing popularity and government focus on electric vehicles amid climate change have skyrocketed the demand for this silvery-wh.....

Why shouldn’t you buy penny stocks?
June 25, 2021 01:05 PM AEST| By Sonal SinhaSummary Penny stocks trade at a very low price with a small market capitalization and are generally preferred by investors with a high-risk appetite. Through penny stocks, investors can make massive gains and run the risk of making significant .....

Factors That Matter When Calculating Funeral Insurance Costs
June 23, 2021 11:57 AM AEST| By Hannah Gilbert (Guest)As people have become more aware of the high costs of funerals, they have started considering options like buying a funeral plan. The number of burial insurance policies being sold in the next five years is expected to grow from 2 million to 4 milli...

What is Options Trading? What Are the Risks and Advantages Involved?
June 21, 2021 06:09 PM AEST| By SonalSummary Options contract allows investors to buy or sell instruments at a pre-defined price over a specific period. Options trading is done for speculation and hedging risk. Options trading can help in making bigger profits than stock trading .....

Buying a home? Are you being cautious enough?
June 20, 2021 12:23 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary Elon Musk has announced to sell his last remaining property located in the San Francisco Bay area. The property market is brimming with a plethora of excited home buyers, competing fiercely to win the bidding war. One shoul.....

What exactly does OPEC do?
June 18, 2021 06:10 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaThe journey of the oil market amid this pandemic has been a wild ride, with crude oil experiencing both the boom-and-bust phases. Last year, the COVID-19 pandemic-led global lockdowns forced cars, aeroplanes, and rail coaches to restrict movement......

How to look for the best healthcare stocks?
June 17, 2021 03:14 PM AEST| By Tripti JoshiThe Healthcare sector is vast and has many blue-chips as well as small players to select from in various sub-industries. Moreover, healthcare is a human necessity which means that the demand for healthcare services usually remains unchang.....

What are platinum group metals and why are they in high demand?
June 16, 2021 12:46 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) is a group of six precious metals that have similar properties. PGMs are extensively used in medical applications, jewellery, electronic devices, and vehicle manufacturing to limit emissions. The demand for.....