Financial traders use correlation to describe the movement of securities – how and when they move – relative to each other during a given time period. These relationships lend themselves well to pairs trading, where traders have developed an understanding of correlations and their behavior that allow them to confidently exploit slight changes to minimize risk and maximize profitable transactions. Continue reading...
Generally associated with mutual funds and exchange traded funds, the expense ratio represents the total annual management fee. The expense ratio is the annual management fee charged to shareholders by ETFs and mutual funds. The annual fee typically comprises the annual management fee, 12b-1 fees (which are associated with research costs), operating costs, and all other administrative type fees that go into the product. The expense ratio encompasses all of these fees as one percentage. Continue reading...
Mutual funds that do not charge a front-end or back-end sales load are known as no-load funds. What are Load Mutual Funds? While no-load mutual funds do not require the investor to pay sales charges (i.e., commissions) when buying or selling that fund, it’s important to remember that nothing is free, especially in the world of financial services. The portfolio manager of the fund and his team of analysts still have their salaries, bonuses, retirement benefits, and so on, and fees are needed to pay for it. Continue reading...
“Load” mutual funds are those which have a fee structure that includes a front-end or back-end sales charge. All funds have expenses, but not all funds have loads. Loads are sales charges that are part of the fee structure of a mutual fund. Each mutual fund will typically offer a few types of shares classes to its investors, and the main difference between the share classes are their fee structures. There are front-end loads, which come out of your initial investment and can be up to 5%. Continue reading...
Deposits are cash, checks, and electronic transfers that banking customers put into their personal or corporate bank accounts. Deposits will increase the balance, or pay off a debt, within a bank account. Deposits may not show up on an account balance until they have cleared from the institution or account from which the check is written or the electronic transfer was requested. The types of accounts that can receive bank deposits include but are not limited to checking, savings, and money market accounts. Bank Certificates of Deposit (CDs) can be purchased with an initial deposit that satisfied minimum amount. Deposits are considered liabilities on the balance sheet of the bank, since they are obligated to pay that money out when a customer requests it. Continue reading...
A partnership is a business owned by two or more people, usually designated as an LLC. They play a role in the operation of the business, and are responsible for the legal and financial liabilities. In a partnership, as in a sole proprietorship, there is no legal shield against law suits and liabilities unless they have filed as an LLC or S-Corp. If the partnership were to be sued, without any kind of legal shield in place, the owners would be held completely accountable. Continue reading...
Tier 1 Capital are the core asset holdings of a bank. They are disclosed, liquid, risk-averse assets, and are used by regulators to evaluate a bank's compliance with capital requirements. Banks lend out about as much money as they can in general. They must have capital on hand to absorb losses and remain solvent. The Basel Accord is an international agreement dealing with capital reserve requirements for banks, enacted after the meltdown of 2008. Continue reading...
Between September 1 and October 4, energy stocks surged while cryptocurrencies and tech faced sharp declines. U.S. large-caps outperformed small-caps as volatility spiked for blue-chip stocks. Dive into the key market trends and sector performances in this comprehensive review! Continue reading...
A week of rising volatility saw U.S. small-cap stocks dip while inverse ETFs gained as investors turned cautious. Discover the market trends, sector resilience, and global shifts shaping November's financial landscape. Continue reading...
Markets ended July on a volatile note as the S&P 500 dipped due to Fed uncertainty, weak jobs data, and global tariff hikes. Major tech earnings, rising AI investments, and a surging Ethereum market defined the week, setting the stage for a turbulent August. Continue reading...
In 2025, Tickeron’s AI trading agents redefine algorithmic trading with real-time signals and up to +359% annualized returns. Learn how these 5- and 15-minute bots, powered by Financial Learning Models (FLMs), are transforming stock analysis and intraday strategies. Continue reading...
Many examples of open-source software exist today, including the code for Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. “Open-source” describes software or code that is available for anyone to use, modify, study, or share without incurring any cost. In most cases, the open-source software has been created through unrestricted and collaborative community involvement, which is sometimes called “crowd-sourced.” The word “source” in this case refers to the source code that lays the foundation for software programs. In some cases, the same source code can be used as the foundation for many different software applications built on top of it. For example, the Valve Corporation’s game engine code, ironically named Source, has been used to create approximately 50 different games, many of them by independent developers using the open-source code. Continue reading...
During the week of July 1 to July 5, financial markets experienced a dynamic range of performances. Base metals saw an uptick, while natural gas prices dropped sharply. Major indexes and cryptocurrencies showed significant movements, reflecting broader market trends and investor sentiments. Notable gains in sectors such as technology and commodities contrasted with declines in healthcare and industrials, providing a comprehensive overview of the week's economic landscape. Continue reading...
Can AI really beat the market? Discover how cutting-edge AI Signal Agents are changing the game with dual-strategy trading on stocks like Meta, Google, and Apple—while using QID as a smart hedge. Learn how these bots balance risk and reward in real time! Continue reading...
Discover how U.S. market indexes performed and how volatility trends are shaping trading strategies. Learn about AI-powered trading robots tailored for both high and medium volatility stocks, offering precision and risk management for traders. Dive into the latest market dynamics now! Continue reading...
In a groundbreaking move, Tickeron has launched a new generation of AI trading agents for KKR, AVGO, and SOXL, delivering up to +162% annualized returns. Discover how these 5-minute bots leverage machine learning and real-time pattern recognition to transform retail trading. Continue reading...
In August 2025, Tickeron unveiled its fastest, most powerful AI trading agents yet—delivering up to +237% annualized returns. Discover how these 5-minute and 15-minute bots, powered by Financial Learning Models, are redefining short-term trading performance. Continue reading...
Tickeron unveils next-gen AI trading agents with 15-minute Financial Learning Models, boasting over 80% win rates and up to 297% annualized returns. Designed for retail and institutional traders alike, these bots deliver real-time, precision-driven trading strategies. Continue reading...
As global trade tensions rise and inflation persists, top companies across tech, healthcare, finance, and consumer sectors report Q1 2025 earnings on May 1. These results will reveal how industry leaders like Apple, Amazon, Eli Lilly, and Mastercard are navigating uncertainty. Continue reading...
A critical three-day earnings stretch is underway, with tech giants, consumer leaders, and energy majors reporting. This article breaks down key stock analysis for AAPL, MSFT, META, and more—highlighting the metrics, risks, and AI tools that could move markets. Continue reading...