How I use ‘sinking funds’ to better manage my budget and avoid bill shock
Earlier this year, I found myself between jobs. The news came out of the blue, and I had to reassess my spending while I looked for work. The situation would have been much more difficult had it not been for my sinking funds. If you haven’t heard the term before, a sinking fund simply means […]
Avoiding active funds? Here’s how to build an all-passive mutual funds portfolio
When you invest in mutual funds, you have the option to choose from passive funds (which replicate existing indexes without the fund manager’s intervention); or go for active funds (where the fund manager decides where to invest). While there are merits and demerits of both, often investors choose one side and then become quite vocal […]
Breaking the cycle: How to stop money worries from affecting your mental health?
Have you ever wondered, “Where did all my money go?” and “How should I plan my savings?” and found yourself spiralling into anxiety? Financial stress is a common struggle that can affect anyone, regardless of income level. Constant worry about unexpected expenses or debt can affect your mental well-being. It’s important to recognize the signs […]
ITR Filing 2024: How to submit a condonation request for delay in ITR verification? A step-by-step guide
The Income Tax Department is aware that unanticipated events can occur and result in you missing the filing or certification deadline for your Income Tax Return (ITR). They therefore provide the choice to ask for a delay condonation. This essentially allows you to request leniency from them and submit your return even if it’s past […]
How to trade Netflix using options ahead of earnings
Netflix earnings are out after the bell Thursday. Here’s why traders may want to use an upside call option as a substitute for a long stock position into results right now. Netflix shares are up more than 35% in the past 12 months ahead of its earnings report, currently placing it about 4% from the […]
ITR filing 2024: How to check income tax refund status online? A step-by-step guide
The deadline for submitting your Income Tax Return (ITR) for the financial year 2023-24 (Assessment Year 2024-25) is July 31, 2024. Timely filing is crucial to ensure you can claim any eligible tax refunds. Several online resources, such as the Income Tax Department’s website, are accessible to assist you in filing your ITR. After submitting […]
How to get long the rotation into small caps at nearly no cost using options
Investors endured a historic move in U.S. equities Thursday as the Russell 2000 gained roughly 3.5% while the S & P 500 dropped almost 1%. Is this just profit taking in the Magnificent 7 or is the megacap secular trend coming to an end? I think the answer might be a little of both. Although […]
This software stock is about to hit heavy resistance. How to trade it with options
I believe Salesforce shares are about to hit resistance and there’s an options trade that will win if the stock falters. Salesforce (CRM) dropped an eye-popping 22% despite beating earnings estimates in its last earnings report on May 29. As is common with growth stocks, which trade at a high valuation, beating earnings estimates is […]
How to freeze your trading account in response to any suspicious activity?
The recent incident known as the “Groww fiasco,” where a Groww user claimed that the investment platform did not invest their money in a mutual fund as displayed on the app, sparked significant concern among mutual fund investors, particularly those using brokerage firms. Screenshots of the user’s complaint were shared on social media, raising questions […]
This industrial stock reporting Friday could indicate an economic slowdown. How to trade it
With earnings season kicking off, we’ll break down an industrial stock reporting Friday and how to trade it. Earnings season occurs four times a year when many publicly traded companies release quarterly earnings reports, providing investors with detailed financial information such as revenue, profit, earnings per share, and other vital metrics. Historically, Alcoa Inc. marked […]