Peter Gratton

A growing wave of investors is discovering how to profit from off-hours market prospects—thanks to the rise of 24-hour stock trading. While around-the-clock access promises greater flexibility, it’s not as simple as clicking “buy” at 3 a.m. New rules, risks, […]

A traditional investing axiom is that gold prices spike when there are economic uncertainties and geopolitical tensions. Yet, recent years have put the lie to this truism as gold has grown significantly while inflation, unemployment, and federal debt rates spiked,

“The social responsibility of business is to increase its profits,” economist Milton Friedman wrote in 1970, setting off a debate about whether social responsibility or profits ought to outrank the other when evaluating the wider balance sheet of a company.

In an era when instant messaging is a main form of communication, WhatsApp stands out as a global titan with over 2.5 billion monthly active users. The Meta Platforms, Inc. (META)-owned platform, which began as a simple alternative to SMS—one

Long before many tech investors caught on to companies like Reddit, Inc. (RDDT) and Robinhood Markets Inc. (HOOD), Snoop Dogg (born Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr.) was already buying up shares as part of a diversified portfolio that would be the envy of any

If you’ve found or inherited an old stock or bond certificate and aren’t sure what to do, you aren’t alone. They are not as easy to buy and sell as electronic stocks, and an investor might not even be able

With cryptocurrency markets hovering at a global market capitalization of over $1.5 trillion, financial advisors are engaging with clients who already own crypto and others with questions about investing in digital assets. Unfortunately, uncertainties around crypto regulations could create dilemmas

Leading vs. Lagging vs. Coincident Indicators: What’s the Difference? Investors and policymakers always want tools to predict future trends and make informed decisions. Among these tools, economic indicators stand out as crucial signposts, offering insights into the health and direction