A Diversified Portfolio Can Help You Ride Out the Pandemic The Jamaican dollar performance juxtaposed against the value of the United States currency can often be a worrying preoccupation for the financially minded. But according to Davie Martin, Asset Management expert, Victoria Mutual Wealth Management Ltd, the enterprising investor should be proactive in protecting his …
TAKE YOUR SHARE OF THE PROFITS WITH US EQUITIES It is time for the enterprising Jamaican investor to become a global investor. While many stock exchanges and publicly traded companies internationally took a hit from the pandemic, the United States stock market continued to record gains, particularly in ecommerce and cloud computing sectors. The S&P …
By: Sharif Small Do you remember the story of Robin Hood? Ok, maybe you don’t remember the details; it’s been a while, but somewhere in your distant memory, you should at least remember the moral of this legend. The story of Robin Hood and his band of outlaws, known as the Merry Men, is a …
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For developing countries, like Jamaica, remittances are the most significant buffer against unexpected life expenses and a path to a better future. Therefore, when it comes to navigating the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, one crucial factor is having safe and convenient access to your remittances. It is no secret that remittances from the Diaspora and across …
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Renowned American children’s author Dr Seuss is quoted as saying: “You know you are in love when you can’t fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.” If you have that special someone in your life in this season of love, this quote will probably have you smiling from ear to ear, feeling …
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We all have goals that we want to fulfil in life, the purchase of your first home, getting married to the love of your life, having your first child, upgrading your car, furthering your education and most importantly achieving a life filled with financial wellness. Who wants to be constantly stressed about money at the …
We are now operating in unprecedented times. The global and local economies have been impacted significantly and, most importantly, you and your family are experiencing this crisis. However, now is not the time to put the funds under your mattress and shy away from investments. There is always an opportunity in every crisis and COVID-19 is …
There may be many challenges and anxieties being faced by individuals as a direct result of the COVID- 19 Pandemic. Here are a few tips to assist with managing your budget.
It’s time to make this month’s pay cheque count towards living your best life. We know you’re excited about that direct deposit that hit your bank account on pay day but if you aren’t careful, you could soon be back to being broke and counting down to next month’s pay day. Be sure to put …
Instead of trying to move from 0 to a million overnight, try starting out with a small challenge that you can work towards over the course of the year. How about saving just $100 per week? Can you do $500 comfortably? Maybe even $1,000? The point is to start cultivating a savings habit that won’t feel like a chore. At the end of the year you’ll be happy you stuck to it.
