Jefferies expects strong dividend growth this year. How to play it

It should be a good year for dividends, according to Jefferies. This year, the firm expects dividend growth in the U.S. to accelerate to 6.2% from 3.9% in 2023. “Most sectors except for energy and autos are expected to grow dividends, led by media and semis,” Desh Peramunetilleke, the firm’s global head of quantitative strategy, […]

Jim Cramer’s guide to investing: How to trade effectively

CNBC’s Jim Cramer told investors his key strategies for making successful trades, saying it’s most important to start small, have a clear plan of action and only make intentional moves. “If you’re trying to trade, make sure you have a catalyst, an exit point where something’s supposed to happen, and then get out of the […]

How to start picking stocks

CNBC’s Jim Cramer advised beginner investors on how to successfully begin picking individual stocks. Stock picking is not simple and requires substantial research, he said, stressing that it’s essential not to shoot blindly. Instead, it’s wise to invest intentionally and put money into stocks and sectors you’re familiar with.   “You want to get started? […]

The Budgetnista Tiffany Aliche: How to start budgeting

A young woman in her early 20s riding a chopper cycle. Karan Kapoor | The Image Bank | Getty Images Having a strong budget can help you build financial wellness. “A budget is a picture of what your money is doing,” Tiffany Aliche, also known as The Budgetnista, told CNBC during a Women & Wealth […]

How to construct your portfolio for maximum income in retirement

Attractive bond yields have been a boon for investors, such as retirees, who want to generate income from their portfolios. Yet, those who want to live off the income generated by their investments — without selling any stocks — may want to reconsider how their portfolio is set up. An efficient portfolio typically focuses on […]

How to play Japanese stocks, finally hitting a new high after 34 years

You think the S & P 500 at an historic high is something to celebrate? Imagine how the Japanese feel. Japan’s Nikkei 225 index , a price-weighted index of 225 Japanese stocks, has also hit an historic high. But unlike the S & P 500, which has been hitting historic highs regularly, it’s been 34 years […]

How to make money investing in software stocks, according to Trivariate Research

Investors looking to make money in the software space may want to consider this winning strategy, according to Trivariate Research. “Own Software stocks with low but accelerating revenue growth: Our work shows this is by far the best way to make money in software,” wrote founder Adam Parker, highlighting a basket of stocks that have […]

Here’s how to take advantage

TikTok‘s latest financial trend, “loud budgeting,” has been gaining steam, and experts say it’s easier to accomplish than many might think. The concept encourages consumers to take control of their finances and be vocal about making money-conscious decisions, rather than modeling purchase behaviors after celebrities and their bottomless pockets. It can be as simple as […]

How to optimize investment strategy for future planning?

I am 44 years old and have two children, aged 11 and 8. I own life insurance policies that offer guaranteed returns of 5.5-6% per annum, including bonuses. I’ve been paying premiums for three years now and have four more years of payments remaining. My rental income stands at ₹40,000 per month from two properties, […]

How to make the most of it

Just months ago, we were coveting Loro Piana cashmere baseball hats and $300 Smythson notebooks in the name of “quiet luxury” and justifying such expensive purchases using “girl math.” But in 2024, there’s a new idea taking hold that overtly rejects the urge to overspend and promotes speaking up about saving money — welcome to […]