Two Bright Spots In Tech | From the Mind of the Gorilla

  It hasn’t been a good year for tech, has it? The industry has gotten hammered… Which is understandable – during market downturns – investors tend to turn away from speculation and hunker down with companies with solid products they can trust. So, a lot of companies in the tech industry have taken a beating…

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Rising Costs, Lowered Spending: How Each Type of Inflation Impacts the Economy

No matter what your income level might be, inflation can make a difference in your budget. American consumers are having to adjust their spending priorities in light of increased costs for consumer goods and utilities, leaving many people wondering just how long these economic trends will continue. Unfortunately, the answer depends on the type of…

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Two Bright Spots In Tech | From the Mind of the Gorilla

  It hasn’t been a good year for tech, has it? The industry has gotten hammered… Which is understandable – during market downturns – investors tend to turn away from speculation and hunker down with companies with solid products they can trust. So, a lot of companies in the tech industry have taken a beating…

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Doubling Up: What Is a 2-for-1 Stock Split?

Rising stock prices are usually a good thing, but what happens when share prices exceed the budget of most investors? Many companies choose to undergo a 2-for-1 stock split, which effectively reduces the price of each share without actually devaluing the company itself. What is a 2-for-1 stock split? Are these shares worth pursuing? In…

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Two Bright Spots In Tech | From the Mind of the Gorilla

  It hasn’t been a good year for tech, has it? The industry has gotten hammered… Which is understandable – during market downturns – investors tend to turn away from speculation and hunker down with companies with solid products they can trust. So, a lot of companies in the tech industry have taken a beating…

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First-Time Investor Tips to Help You Reach Your Potential

For first-time investors, the stock market can be a bit intimidating. Not only do you have to learn a whole new vocabulary but you also need to keep your emotions in check as the market rises and falls. The right guidance can mean all the difference between success and frustration. With that in mind, here…

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Weathering the Storm: How to Survive Inflation

After more than a year of historic price increases, American consumers are feeling the impact of inflation. By the end of June, the Consumer Price Index had risen to 9.1%, the highest since November of 1994. The pain at the gas pump and the local supermarket might leave you wondering how to survive inflation. Here…

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Let’s Get Ready To Rumble | From the Mind of the Gorilla

  Are you ready for another shift in the markets? It’s coming… And knowing it’s coming is half the battle when it comes to the stock market. Yes, we’ve got a bunch of acorns falling on our heads – but that doesn’t mean the sky is falling… It just means that something is shaking the…

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Stock Interest Rate: How Rising Interest Affects Stocks

Interest rates have long been regarded as an important indicator of a nation’s economic health. Here in the U.S., interest rates have been climbing higher, which has an impact on everything from consumer spending to mortgages. Naturally, this leaves investors concerned about the stock interest rate. How do interest rates affect stocks? This article will…

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