In finance, an index is a statistical measure or indicator. Similarly, an index fund is a fund that builds its investment portfolios around a financial market index. Thus, the index fund mimics the composition of the financial market index it
In previous posts, I talked about investing in bonds, specifically investing in Kenyan government securities, and how to open a CDS account for trading. But how much do you know about bonds? What does a bond mean? Are there risks
Thanks to tech, you now have the option of choosing between a financial vs Robo advisor for your personal finance and investment advice and management. In the past, you had to rely on an individual financial advisor or a firm
Every now and then, I get questions about forex vs stock trading. It’s not a shock, really. Every day, thousands of people think about trading in the financial markets. If you are here, you are likely facing this conundrum. So, which
Have you started your investment journey? Or are you already investing but started investing without any plan? If yes, it’s time to develop your investment plan. Part of this strategy is to choose an investment strategy. There are several investing strategies
As freelancers, we understand the unpredictable nature of our work. There are periods of high activity and moments of uncertainty. But guess what? As I have come to learn, there are ways to navigate financial challenges and secure your future. In
Dividend and interest earnings from the previous year’s savings and investments have started to come in. It could be from your Sacco savings and investments or dividend payments from unit trusts, or shares you own in a particular company. Here’s a
The government of Kenya is floating a 19-year infrastructure bond worth Kshs 75 billion to raise funds for its 2021/2022 financial year budget estimates. So, if you are looking for a long-term investment opportunity, this might be an excellent option
It is never too late to start investing. However, there are instances when investing should not be on your radar, especially when you are drowning in debt. This begs the question of whether you should invest or pay off debt.
Thanks to Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), you don’t need to be a millionaire to own a piece of real estate. These companies own, finance, or operate commercial or residential real estate (income-producing properties). They give investors looking to diversify