What is a Stock Market

What is a Stock Market? A Simple Explanation for Kids, Teens and Beginners

Introduction to the Stock Market for Kids and Teens This video explains the concept of stock markets in a simple, concise way for kids and beginners. It could be used by kids & teens to learn about equity markets, or used as a money & personal finance resource by parents and teachers as part of …

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What is a Stock Market
Stocks vs Bonds

Comparison: Stocks vs Bonds for Kids and Beginners – A Simple Explanation

Introduction to Stocks vs Bonds for Kids and Teens This video provides a stocks vs bonds comparison in a simple, concise way for kids and beginners. It could be used by kids & teens to learn about the differences and similarities between stocks and bonds, or used as a money & personal finance resource by …

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Stocks vs Bonds
Bonds Not for Young People

Why Bonds Should NOT be Part of a Young Person’s Portfolio

Bonds aren’t all bad – they are liquid, may appreciate enough to cover inflation, and are not a very risky investment. However, since they aren’t very risky, they also don’t deliver as competitive returns as other investments. Don’t get me wrong, bonds may be good to stabilize some portfolios – but I believe they don’t …

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Bonds Not for Young People
Electronic Communication Network or ECN

What is an Electronic Communication Network or ECN?

  I recently read about an Electronic Communication Network. But what is it anyway? An electronic communication network, or ECN, is a computerized system used for buying and selling securities, and is an alternative to stock exchanges. It is where buy and sell orders from different market participants are directly matched, eliminating middlemen like brokers. …

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Electronic Communication Network or ECN