The use of Special-Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) as a vehicle for raising funds in the public markets can be traced back to the 1990s. During this time, they were initially used by smaller companies. This allowed such businesses who could … Read More
The formal regulation of futures trading in the United States and the UK towards the end of the 20th century resulted in a robust expansion of the futures market globally. Although futures contracts were primarily used as a means of … Read More
Here I share some of my experiences on the dozens of start-ups I have invested in as well as co-founded as a CTO or CPO. Considering making an investment into an early stage start-up and feeling that you’re not 100% … Read More
In recent years, trends in the wider economy and the property sector may seem more discouraging to home buyers, and particularly first time home buyers. Reports of millennials planning for the prospect of renting for most of their lives, and … Read More
Options trading enables traders to essentially place a timed bet on whether or not the price of the underlying asset, be it shares in a company, a commodity or other asset, will rise or fall in value. Since the 21st … Read More
The grocery shop is a routine and unavoidable part of every person’s week. Yet it is the most essential shopping trip we make. The habitual nature of our grocery shopping might mean we are prone to making the same financial … Read More
Bonds, also known as fixed-income assets, comprise of the largest securities market across the globe, offering a wide range of investment options to investors. Such investment options include government bonds, corporate, and municipal bonds. Today, the value of the bond’s … Read More
Telecommunications companies offer various mobile plans to their clients, making it difficult for them to choose a plan matching their needs. Having information on how to recognize the numerous plans on offer will help to make the selection process much … Read More
Learning to save your pennies is an important part of any childhood. However, if recent trends are anything to go by, the days of change clinking in the bottom of piggy banks may be on the way out. More and … Read More
The Initial Public Offering (IPO) market has become increasingly popular over the years, following its share listing credibility and increased transparency. Today, more private start-ups with a valuation of over $1 billion have resorted to public listing through the IPO … Read More