Political leaders often influence stock markets, as seen with the recent US presidential election. The victory of Republican Donald Trump has caused uncertainty, making investors wonder how BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) stock markets will be impacted. A study used two method
The new year has kicked off, and investors are eager to see how things shape up. With Donald Trump becoming the 47th U. S. President, the financial scene is expected to shift. Both stock and crypto markets might feel the impact. First, let's talk about the markets. The New York Stock Exchange and N
Ever wondered how cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum relate to gold, oil, and stock prices? This study examined five major cryptocurrencies and their connection to these traditional markets. A special method called 'cross-quantilogram' and 'quantile connectedness' was used to see how these m
Ever since digital currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum started gaining traction with investors, a big question has been on everyone's mind: how risky are these investments? To answer that, we took a close look at two key metrics: Value-at-Risk (VaR) and Expected Shortfall (ES). These measures help
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has given some taxpayers a little more time to file their returns. If you live in one of 14 states hit by severe weather or natural disasters, you might be eligible for an extension. This includes folks in Louisiana, Vermont, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands, as
Guess what happened on Friday, January 3, 2025? The Mega Millions drawing took place, but nobody snagged the massive $42 million jackpot. Nevertheless, Ohio was buzzing with excitement as thousands of folks won smaller prizes. Let's check out who got lucky in the Buckeye State! First off, there wer
From 2010 to 2021, a bunch of Pacific Island countries saw changes in their taxes. We looked at how less trade rules affected tax money from trade. As these islands got more open to trade, they collected less money from trade taxes and direct income taxes. Interestingly, they started collecting more
As 2025 trading kicked off, the market was buzzing with speculation. Stocks linked to cryptocurrencies, like bitcoin, took a leap forward. Bitcoin's price climbed over $96, 000, causing related stocks to surge. Microstrategy, for instance, added 3% to its already massive 360% gain from 2024. Other c
As the calendar turns over to 2025, investors are crossing their fingers for a bright start. However, experts are cautioning that the stock market may not see the massive jumps seen in the past couple of years. Wall Street predictions suggest the S&P 500 could grow by about 15%, with a big boost fro
As 2024 wraps up, it's time to think about your money plans for the new year. Experts say it's crucial to check where you stand financially before setting goals. Ashley Lapato from YNAB suggests changing how you think about money. Instead of seeing it as a chore, imagine how it can improve your futu
