How to trade Tesla’s upcoming earnings if you don’t share Cathie Wood’s optimism
Cathie Wood, CEO of ARK Invest, has consistently expressed extremely bullish price targets for Tesla (TSLA) stock, emphasizing its potential in electric vehicles (EVs), autonomous driving, and robotaxi services. In an interview last month, she reiterated her $2,600 price target, which is approximately 980% above Thursday’s closing price of $241. Wood has a history of […]
American Express credit card reward points: How to use them for free hotel stays?
The summer season is here. Many of you may be planning to head to the hill stations for a family vacation to escape the scorching heat. What if you could enjoy a free hotel stay with your credit card reward points? Some banks have partnered with frequent flyer programs (FFPs) of airlines and hotel loyalty […]
How to dispute student loans? Steps to resolve a disagreement over your loan balance or status
If you suspect that something is off with your student loan-whether it’s an incorrect balance, a loan you don’t recognize, or a payment status that doesn’t match your records-you don’t have to sit back and accept it. Mistakes on student loans can lead to unnecessary stress, higher monthly payments, and even credit damage. Fortunately, there […]
This common issue can lead to a fear of success
I started working in finance as a bank teller when I was 21 years old. Surrounded by ambitious colleagues and wealthy clients, I was inspired to take more control of my money. I learned everything I could, picking up books about financial education, building my credit and focusing on my savings. I did not grow […]
How to file for an extension, and other Tax Day advice
NEW YORK (AP) — If you’ve waited till the last minute to file your taxes, don’t panic. You still have time to get it done. And if you’re worried that you still might not be able to finish in time, you can file for an extension, which will give you until Oct. 16 to file […]
How to survive this era of financial insecurity
Frances Cook shares some key moves to help you keep calm and stay afloat in choppy financial waters. The money world has hit an identity crisis. One day, the US imposes tariffs around the world. Stock markets tank. The next day tariffs are partially paused (except for on China), markets rally, the S&P 500 going […]
Here’s how to leverage tax-loss harvesting amid tariff volatility
Sean Anthony Eddy | E+ | Getty Images Amid stock market volatility, many investors are seeking portfolio protection. But they could be missing a prime tax planning opportunity, experts say. The strategy, known as tax-loss harvesting, is selling losing assets from a brokerage account to offset other investing gains to lower taxes. Losses are […]
How to spring clean your finances
A version of this article first appeared in CNBC’s “Money 101 newsletter with Sharon Epperson,” an eight-part series to help you achieve financial freedom, with special monthly editions to continue to improve your financial well-being. Sign up here to receive the newsletters straight to your inbox. Spring is a great time to refresh your finances […]
Smart money moves to make, from experts
Throughout March, President Donald Trump enacted a number of tariffs, including a 20% blanket tariff on imports from China, a 25% levy on goods from Canada and Mexico that the Trump administration says are not compliant with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, and a 25% tariff on all imported aluminum and steel. Another round of tariffs […]
The essential metric every options trader must know and how to use it this week
Self-directed traders and investors do not need to look far as they educate themselves about options to encounter “The Greeks.” These metrics gauge how sensitive an option’s price is to various factors. The primary Greeks include Delta, Gamma, Theta, Vega, and Rho. Delta indicates an option’s price sensitivity to the underlying asset’s price changes. Gamma […]