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US stock markets are on the rise. What lies behind it?
The rally on US stock markets seems unstoppable. There's nothing unusual about that, however – at least from a historical point of view. In addition, the US has unique locational advantages – its economic strength, innovative capacity, risk culture, and also geopolitics. Read the article to find out why the US bull market is likely to continue, and what investors should bear in mind.
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The force of the better idea: A driver of the economy
In turbulent times, it is worth looking at what really drives society and the economy forward in the long term: the force of disruptive innovation, in other words the force of the better idea. With risk capital behind it, this force can bring about new developments, thus driving progress. Read how innovation creates economic resilience and what opportunities thematic investments offer for next year and beyond.
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Private equity and hedge funds for the sake of your portfolio’s stability
2022 proved to be an extraordinary year on the capital markets – but the current year is definitely keeping up in terms of surprises. Turbulence in the banking sector in March, for example, caused a slump in equity markets. This was followed by a rapid recovery over subsequent months, but the upside potential for equities remains limited. Apart from bonds, which asset classes can currently offer added value for investment portfolios? Read on for a closer look at private equity and hedge funds.
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Funds made easy. The mechanics of investment funds.
Funds offer investors promising investment options. But what exactly are funds and how do they work? Learn about the different types of funds, what benefits they offer, and what you should be aware of in this context.
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Investing in gold: These options are available to investors
Investors have an effective tool against the risk of economic crises and high inflation: buying gold. As part of a portfolio, gold can reduce the overall risk of investments. Find out what the options are for investing in gold and what the pros and cons of gold investments are.
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Myths are persistent. Beware of these five mistakes when investing.
Investing is fraught with myths. This has the effect of either putting people off investing money or emboldening some to put far too much faith in investing. We debunk five widespread myths and give you the facts.
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How to invest in volatile markets.
The start of the year was characterized by high volatility on financial markets – a situation that is likely to persist for some time. That makes it all the more important to adopt the right approach to securities. Investor recommendations for a well-equipped portfolio in turbulent times.
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Fixed income: What is it, and why invest in it now?
Fixed income investments can be a means of preserving capital and achieving a predictable return. Bond investments can offer consistent income streams in the form of interest payments. This appeals to investors especially in choppy economic waters. What is fixed income, and how should it be deployed in a sound investment strategy?
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Portfolio check due to turbulent financial market situation
A turbulent year is drawing to a close: Inflation has increased, central banks have hiked interest rates and, in financial markets, fixed income, equities, and real estate have corrected broadly. So it's a good time to check your own portfolio.
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Inflation made simple
Investors live in fear of inflation. They are afraid of currency devaluation and uncontrollable equity markets. However, is there any justification to referring to inflation as a specter? What do terms such as inflation, deflation, and real interest rate mean? Inflation made simple.
