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ORACLE jumps 13% out of nowhere
Oracle is one of those companies people just kind of stopped talking about over time, not because it was doing badly, but because it just wasn’t exciting anymore. Then it jumps 13% out of nowhere and suddenly it’s back on everyone’s radar They’re still focused on the same core areas, …
first time stock purchase, app recommendations?
i've been meaning to start investing for some time. money's finally not so tight. i had Robinhood for a few years, never used it. was going to use it, but it doesn't work with my bank account. i looked at Fidelity, but i didn't care much for it. would there …
What is the VOO ETF equivalent for the UK FTSE 100?
I want to invest in a similar ETF index for the FTSE 100 that is also weighted by market cap and doesn’t reinvest the dividends automatically. Also, if you know of another ETF that maybe reinvests the dividends automatically but has a lower fee or another Fund that offers it, …
How do you stick to a budget when small daily expenses keep adding up?
Every morning I start with the intention to spend less, but then the day happens. I grab a coffee because I’m tired, stop by the store for a few things, or take a ride because it’s more convenient. Each time it feels like a small, harmless expense. But by the …
Thesis: Converging Spot and Futures Prices
So I’ve been seeing a lot of speculation and confusion about why oil futures have remained so low despite the historic supply disruption, and why the spread between futures and physical prices is so big. I have a bit of a background in oil, so I’ll try to explain it …
Decided NOT to move forward with the business buy-in, shifting toward real estate instead
Hi everyone, I wanted to follow up and thank everyone again for all the feedback on my previous post it really helped me think things through more clearly. After giving it serious consideration, I’ve decided not to move forward with the business buy-in opportunity. The main reason is simple: It …
CD will expire soon need to invest but can't trust trump
There’s a lot of noise in the market right now, and it feels like short term price action is being driven more by headlines than fundamentals. Geopolitical tensions specially involving Iran and the Strait of Hormuz r creating constant volatility. 1 day there are reports of escalation or disruption, the …
Let's talk about SAFX guys!
In June production doubles to 38 million. The big dogs jump in when the money goes up. In two years another plant will open. This is a rare confluence of a small company on the verge of 1: A big, integrating merger. 2: Geopolitics destroying supply. 3: Countries mandating near …
When would have been a good time to invest in Commodore International?
I’m referring to this Commodore, the one from 1976 to 1994: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commodore_International Major events include buying MOS Technology in 1976, releasing the Commodore 64 in 1982, the Amiga 1000 in 1985 and their bankruptcy in 1994 caused by years of stupid business decisions and money siphoning by major shareholder Irving …
Leveraged ETFs and trading policies
Hi all, I recently started a position that is subject to a trading policy, whatever is bought must be held for 30 days. I forgot about this policy entirely and precleared purchase for a 3x leverage ETF. I’m curious if anyone else has bought a leveraged or higher risk security …