Your Guide to Understanding Stocks vs. Bonds
Whether you’re investing for the first time or looking to fine-tune your existing portfolio, understanding stocks and bonds can help you build a solid financial foundation. Knowing how each works—and how to balance them—can help you invest with more confidence and align your strategy with y …
Market Commentary: Summer Rally May Be Underway
Summer Rally Stocks had another solid week, and the S&P 500 is now up more than 5% in May with a few days to go. The mild pullback in April is behind us, and the summer rally we’ve been expecting is likely taking place. As we show below, the usually weak months of June and …
Preferred vs. Common Stock
What is the difference between preferred and common stock? Find a preferred stock definition and learn how common stock works.
What Is a Bond?
A bond is a type of debt security that you buy from either a corporation or a government that is trying to raise money. It’s essentially a loan that you are repaid, with interest, in regular, fixed payments for a set time. Bonds are considered a low-risk asset that can provide invest …