Financial Literacy

Get Ahead of the Game: Stock Market Closing Times for Profitable Trading

What time does the stock market close today? For more information about the NYSE and Nasdaq hours of operation, visit Investment U.

Pre-IPO Investing: Risks, Rewards and How to Invest in Startups

Investing in pre-IPO companies isn’t always easy. But if you find the right investment, pre-IPO investing certainly could be worth the risk.

What Is a Stock Market Crash?

Stock market crashes are very real and devastating when they occur.

The Market Is That Crazy Friend – Here’s How to Handle It

The market volatility caused by COVID-19 is wreaking havoc, but long-term investors can weather the storm.

How to Short a Stock: A Beginner’s Guide to Short Selling

Have you seen a headline recently that got you thinking about how to short a stock? Here’s how you can do it and make money in a down market.

What Triggers a Stock Market Trading Halt?

If you’ve been paying attention to financial news, you’re likely aware of the recent trading halt. Here’s everything you need to know.  

How Does Diversification Protect Investors?

Perhaps you’ve heard that portfolio diversification helps protect investors from…
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Why Stock Buybacks Will Drop in 2020 with History as a Guide

Stock buybacks have helped fuel the stock market but with this recession, companies are tightening their purse strings. So, let’s look at buyback history.