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Mutual Fund vs. ETF: An Overview Mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have a lot in common. Both types of funds consist of a mix of many different assets and represent a popular way for investors to diversify. While mutual funds and ETFs are similar in many respects, they also have some key differences. A

Key Takeaways Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) beat analysts’ expectations. Revenue was roughly in line with expectations. AMD now reports four segments, rather than two, reflecting demand for chips from a wider array of customers. The new segments corresponding to AMD’s old Enterprise, Embedded and Semi-Custom segment beat predictions. Advanced Micro Devices Financial Results: Analysis

Do I pay capital gains taxes on a house that my company sells back to myself? The answer to this question really depends on the type of legal entity your business is operated through and how it is organized (e.g., as a corporation, partnership, or LLC). Below, we go over how the type of business

Fidelity Investments is the country’s fourth-largest mutual funds manager with more than $4.3 trillion in assets under management, as of March 31, 2022, the most recently available information. Fidelity serves 40 million individual investors across more than 500 mutual funds and ETFs. The quality of a fund can be approximated using Morningstar’s star ratings, which

Semiconductors are materials that conduct electricity and are found in many different electronic products. They are an important part of the telecommunications industry—a sector that allows for communication through phones, tablets, and the internet. Companies in this space are responsible for designing, manufacturing, and supplying other companies with software, technology, and infrastructure to make this

You’ve done all the planning and hard work. You’ve secured funding and established your business. Now, when does the financial payoff for all your effort kick in? Where, when, and how can you expect to realize potentially high-yield rewards? Moreover, why should your entrepreneurial venture succeed where others have failed? Key Takeaways Entrepreneurs should protect

In this article NTRS SNX MU GOOGL Sanjay Mehrotra, CEO, Micron Technology Scott Mlyn | CNBC Volatility in the stock market appears to be far from over. Market churn is still very high amid hot inflation and a worrisome economic outlook. Although the near-term perspective may be blurry, investors may scoop up healthy returns in

The eight-step accounting cycle is important to know for all types of bookkeepers. It breaks down the entire process of a bookkeeper’s responsibilities into eight basic steps. Many of these steps are often automated through accounting software and technology programs. However, knowing and using the steps manually can be essential for small business accountants working

One of the biggest tax bills that most people pay is the federal income tax calculated on the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Form 1040 in April of each calendar year. Three other major taxes come from your state or locality: state income taxes, sales taxes, and property taxes. The way that each type of tax

Does your health insurance come with deductibles in the four figures? If so, you’re probably eligible to establish a Health Savings Account (HSA). Used in combination with a High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), funds deposited in a HSA can go towards paying medical bills until the plan’s deductible is met and your healthcare coverage goes into effect. HSAs

What Is the SWIFT Banking System? Need to transfer money overseas? Today, it is easy to walk into a bank and transfer money anywhere around the globe, but how does this happen? Behind most international money and security transfers is the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunications (SWIFT) system. SWIFT is a vast messaging network

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) is one of the most quoted financial barometers in the world and has become synonymous with the financial markets in general. When people say the market has gone up or down by a certain number of points, there’s a good chance they’re referring to changes in the Dow.  Key

Gross Profit vs. Net Income: An Overview Two critical profitability metrics for any company include gross profit and net income. Gross profit represents the income or profit remaining after the production costs have been subtracted from revenue. Revenue is the amount of income generated from the sale of a company’s goods and services. Gross profit

Hong Kong vs. Mainland China: An Overview “The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region is an inalienable part of the People’s Republic of China.” –Article 1, Basic Law “The National People’s Congress authorizes the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region to exercise a high degree of autonomy and enjoy executive, legislative and independent judicial power, including that of

A Citibank sign in front of one of the company’s offices in California. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Investors just can’t seem to find a trough in this bear market, and are struggling to hold on to any optimism amid growing concerns of a possible recession.  However, the key to surviving a bear market successfully

As issues surrounding healthcare and insurance continue to evolve, members of LGBTQ+ communities may begin to see improvements in a long history of under-treatment and poor treatment. LGBTQ+ Americans have faced a long struggle to get the healthcare they need. This struggle intersects with issues such as the training and cultural competency of health professionals

Carbon dioxide (CO2) is an odorless gas that is highly important to life on Earth. CO2 is also known as a greenhouse gas; an excessive concentration can disrupt the natural regulation of temperature in the atmosphere and lead to global warming. The concentration of CO2 has especially increased as a result of the Industrial Revolution

Elasticity vs. Inelasticity: An Overview The elasticity of demand refers to the degree to which demand responds to a change in an economic factor. Price is the most common economic factor used when determining elasticity. Other factors include income level and substitute availability. Elasticity measures how demand shifts when economic factors change. When demand remains

Traders on the floor of the NYSE, June 29, 2022. Source: NYSE (Click here to subscribe to the new Delivering Alpha newsletter.) A majority of Wall Street investors believe the market stands pretty much dead in the water for the rest of 2022 and, as a result, think it’s time to buy dividend-paying stocks, according to the

According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), the maximum Social Security benefit that an individual who files a claim for Social Security retirement benefits in 2021 can receive per month is as follows: $3,895 for someone who files at age 70 $3,113 for someone who files at full retirement age (FRA) $2,324 for someone who