Gold hit a new all-time high this week, nearing $2,300 an ounce in Thursday trading. However, I believe there are two surprising reasons why.
The rise in gold prices to never-before-seen levels has captured investors' attention across the globe.
Exploring the Factors Behind the Rally
As I was quoted by MarketWatch, Investor Ideas, Investment International, Mint, and Business AM Live, amongst other media, the widespread explanation for this Read More
As Tesla's shares declined on Tuesday following reports the electric car giant missed Q1 delivery estimates, the latest figures are both a warning sign and an opportunity for investors.
Between January and March, Tesla sold just under 387,000 vehicles. A fall of 20% from the previous quarter and 8.5% from the previous year. This was the company's first year-over-year decline in sales since the onset of the pandemic back in 2020.
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Dissecting the Spring Budget
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Spring Budget is a flop. A flop that I believe will help to drive people and investors out of Britain.
Wednesday’s Budget is the Chancellor’s fourth fiscal event, just over three months after last year’s autumn statement.
As I was quoted by London Loves Business, The Banker, Private Banker International, Trust Net, Elite Business Magazine, and Birmingham Mail, amongst other media, Read More
After surpassing $59,000 early on Wednesday, Bitcoin has now rallied to a 2024 high of $64,000!
The world's largest crypto by market cap is edging ever closer to the all-time high of $69,000 in November 2021.
Institutional Drivers of Bitcoin Surge: Spot ETFs and BlackRock Inflows
As such, should this current momentum continue, we firmly believe Bitcoin could exceed the previous record high within weeks. As I was quoted by Investing.com, Financial Mirror, Pound Sterling Read More
The announcement by Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, that it will pay its first-ever dividend dispels investor concerns the metaverse and AI plans would be an abyss for money.
Meta said it would pay investors a dividend of 50 cents a share on 26 March. As cash increased to $65.4 billion at the end of last year from $40.7 billion the year before.
The company also revealed a $50 billion share buyback.
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Five of the Big Tech companies are reporting their earnings this week in what is a critical season.
With a combined market value of more than $10 trillion, the focus is on Microsoft, Alphabet, Meta Platforms, Amazon and Apple between Tuesday and Thursday.
Investors are looking for indications of the firms that will benefit the most from artificial intelligence (AI) technologies.
As I was quoted by Newsmax, The Read More
The US financial regulator, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has finally given the green light to spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). This signals a landmark moment for Bitcoin and the wider crypto market.
The SEC’s move, we believe, could send the price of the world’s largest crypto up to $60,000 in Q1.
SEC approved a total of 11 spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds. Included were those of Grayscale, Bitwise, and Hashdex, which were Read More
What an amazing way to kick off the New Year! By taking home two prestigious International Investor Awards!
International Investor named deVere Group Investment Advisory Firm Of The Year – 2024. Not only that, but they included me in the Finance Power 50 - 2024.
International Investor is both an online and printed magazine that provides information through time-sensitive news and insightful articles and research on subjects ranging from global markets, industry Read More
We’ve seen some major changes within the fintech space in 2023. As we look ahead to the new year, I believe several key trends will shape the landscape of this thriving industry throughout 2024. Making 2024 a landmark year for the sector. Let’s look at my six predictions for fintech in 2024, as quoted by Financial Mirror, Bitcoin Insider, Tech Channel News, Small Business Connections, and My Startup World, amongst other media.
First, the ongoing rise of crypto.
Over the Read More
Constantly juggling responsibilities, time zones, and high-stakes decisions can easily lead to fatigue and burnout. However, with a few strategic practices, pushing through tiredness and sustaining peak performance is possible.
Here are some personal tips and practical recommendations:
Adequate sleep is the foundation of sustained energy and mental acuity. Despite a hectic schedule, prioritise getting a consistent quality sleep each night.
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Bitcoin's Surging Fortunes Amid Industry Turbulence
Bitcoin exceeding the $40,000 mark is because, not despite, the recent scandals are removing the bad actors from the market.
On Monday, the world’s largest crypto hit a high of $41,700, a level not seen since April 2022. On Tuesday, Bitcoin reached $44,011, according to Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView data. This takes BTC’s week-to-date gains to 10%.
In November, Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, better Read More
The lawsuit against football icon Cristiano Ronaldo for promoting the Binance crypto exchange highlights the lack of a comprehensive regulatory framework for the burgeoning crypto market.
A group of five crypto investors are suing Ronaldo in a US District Court in Florida. They claim he “promoted, assisted in, and/or actively participated in the offer and sale of unregistered securities in coordination with Binance.”
Naturally, my sympathies go to those investors who have Read More