How beauty expenses affect your finances

Katie Gatti Tassin Courtesy: Katie Gatti Tassin There are many unique hurdles that women face when it comes to money, such as the wage gap and caregiving responsibilities. Yet, there’s another challenge in women’s financial lives that is less-discussed — beauty costs, which can be an “insidious force in women’s financial lives,” said Katie Gatti […]
Time to book some profits in Nvidia? How to trade the $4 trillion stock from here using options

Nvidia (NVDA) has become the first $4 trillion company ever. During the “Liberation Day” April lows, the chip darling nearly tucked under $2 trillion in market cap when the stock acutely sold off to a low intraday print of $86.62. The leading AI stock has been on a parabolic move jumping nearly 70% higher and […]
Health care is trading at a big discount to the broader market. How to play it using options

The health care sector, as represented by the Health Care Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLV) , has significantly underperformed the S & P 500 over the past several years, trailing by 58% from the pre-pandemic February 2020 highs through the beginning of this week. It has also underperformed by 23.7% since the recent “liberation day” […]
This tech stock is flashing signs it’s ready to roll over. How to profit if it does

T-Mobile (TMUS) has started to face increasing headwinds despite industry leading performance. Slowing subscriber growth, stretched valuations and elevated debt levels collectively form a compelling case for seeking bearish exposure. With TMUS’s recent underperformance, I’m laying out a bearish options strategy to capitalize on potential downside. Trade Timing The timing for initiating bearish exposure in […]
This energy stock is trading near its lowest valuation on record. How to trade it using options

Energy companies have always held a special place for me because one of the first products I traded when I first entered the business in the mid-1990s was options on the Philadelphia Oil Services Index and its associated constituents. Some of the names in the index have changed since then, but Schlumberger remains the largest. […]
How to build a portfolio you don’t have to babysit

If you’re a do-it-yourself investor aiming to build a “no babysitter required” portfolio, here are the key steps to take. Step 1: Find your portfolio’s true north Give due consideration to your asset allocation. That decision will have the biggest impact on how your portfolio behaves in the future. The tricky part about asset allocation, […]
How to transfer shares to a nominee in ICICI Direct demat account? Step-by-step guide

When an ICICI Direct demat account holder passes away then transferring shares to the registered nominee helps in a seamless and legally compliant transition of assets. Now to facilitate the same, the share transfer process is streamlined by ICICI Direct, provided documentation is in order. Why is nominee transfer important? Transferring of shares to a […]
How to remove auto debit from your SBI credit card? A step-by-step guide

Your credit card as the word suggests provides you with ‘credit’ i.e. it opens up a line of credit that needs to be managed effectively. This is important to avoid unwanted transactions. To facilitate the same, deletion of auto debit from an SBI credit card can go a long way to help credit card holders […]
How to apply for an education loan without collateral? A complete guide

In today’s high-stakes environment, education is often pricey. While educational loans can provide an effective means of financing, many parents or students are worried about the collateral requirements. Luckily, many Indian banks and commercial institutions offer education loans without collateral to aid students meet their aspirations without putting family property at risk. Nonetheless, what should […]
Credit score: 5 common errors in credit report and how to correct them

As a credit user, it is incumbent upon you to check your credit report from time to time. And if there are mistakes, it is profoundly important to correct them. For instance, there could be a mistake with regards to the payment history or the details regarding your loan. Even personal information could also be […]