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When you are young and don’t expect to retire for 30 years or more, I can understand why you make a great deal of conservative investments such as money-market funds or Treasury bills.When you are retired, or close to retirement, these sorts of investments make much more sense, protecting you from the risks of over-valued and volatile equity markets.Even Warren Buffett keeps a significant part of his portfolio in safe investments such as money market funds and Treasury bills when he feels the stock market may be overvalued.Personally, I maintain...

The titanic alternative assets giant's latest move will help bridge a gap between lenders and still-challenged property owners, says debt strategies head. Global alternatives giant Blackstone is reasserting its dominance in the private market space with a record fundraising in commercial real estate debt. Blackstone has finalized an $8 billion commercial real estate debt fund, marking the largest of its kind and signaling renewed investor interest in the property market, according to the Wall Street Journal. The fund, which took about two years to raise, will be active across North...

Spain is considering a major tax policy change that could significantly impact international property buyers. The proposed legislation aims to increase the property purchase tax for non-EU citizens—potentially up to 100% of the property’s value. This means that buying a home in Spain could cost twice as much for non-EU investors in the near future. If you’ve ever thought about owning a home in Spain, now is the time to act before these new regulations take effect.Spain’s Golden Visa Under Threat?For years, Spain’s Golden Visa program has been a gateway...

Personal Finance TierneyMJ / Shutterstock.com Published: March 7, 2025 10:41 am This post may contain links from our sponsors and affiliates, and Flywheel Publishing may receive compensation for actions taken through them. If you’re looking for a solid investment that will protect your portfolio from excessive volatility and generate income, you may want to jump into real estate investment trusts or REITs. For one, real estate serves as a hedge against inflation. SWKStock / Shutterstock.com Key Points About This Article  If you want to keep your investment portfolio safe...

AI game is changing. The chip guys, like Nvidia, they had their moment. The first AI wave? They rode it high. But guess what? That ride’s over. Nvidia’s been flatlining since June 2024. Remember the internet boom? Everyone thought Cisco and Intel were the kings, right? Wrong. The real money was made by the companies that actually used the internet to build something new: e-commerce, search engines, social media. And it’s the same deal with AI. The chipmakers? They’re yesterday’s news. The real winners? They’re the robotics companies, the ones...

Investing in the stock market does not always require large sums of money. Many investors, especially beginners, look for stocks under 50 to build a diversified portfolio without committing too much capital. These budget-friendly stocks provide opportunities for long-term growth while allowing investors to minimise risks. Low-cost stocks are often overlooked, but they can deliver substantial returns when chosen carefully. Some of these stocks belong to companies with strong fundamentals and growth potential. Additionally, tracking upcoming dividend paying stocks can help investors earn passive income while benefiting from capital...

India has witnessed a sharp rebound in agri foodtech spending during 2024 with investments rising 215 per cent to $2.6 billion, as per venture capital firm AgFunder’s latest Global Agrifoodtech Investment Report 2025. During the year, the global agri foodtech showed some signs of recovery in 2024, reaching $16 billion in funding, just a 4 per cent drop from 2023.AgFunder said the increased investment in developed markets such as the US and Netherlands, and developing nations such as India during 2024, hint at better days to come. But no one’s...

Katie Brockman  |  The Motley FoolThe Trump administration implemented 25% tariffs against Canada and Mexico on March 4, as well as an additional 10% tariff on goods from China — bringing the total tariff on Chinese-made goods to 20%. The countries swifly issued retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports, escalating tension between the countries and rattling the stock market.Major indexes dropped sharply after the tariffs took effect, with the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) falling by 2.96% since Monday, as of this writing. The Nasdaq (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC) dipped by around 2.98% in...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images On Monday, TSMC announced plans to invest $100 billion in expanding its U.S. manufacturing capacity. The funds will go toward three additional fabs, two advanced packaging plants, and a major R&D facility. We spoke with the company to learn more about its plans and some additional details. The extra $100 billion investment adds to TSMC’s $65 billion commitment for its Fab 21 site near Phoenix, Arizona. This...

Share Tweet Share Share Email Introduction Wholesale real estate is a lucrative investment strategy that allows individuals to profit from real estate transactions without actually owning any property. This method is particularly attractive to beginners who want to break into the real estate industry without significant capital or credit. But what exactly is wholesale real estate, and how does it work? In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the fundamentals of wholesale real estate, the step-by-step process, benefits, challenges, and tips for success. What is Wholesale Real Estate?...