When I first started investing, institutional investors felt like this invisible force shaping the market. I’d read articles about hedge funds or mutual funds making massive trades, and it always felt like a world apart from my little portfolio. But here’s the thing—whether we notice it or not, these big players affect the market in … Read more
I didn’t even know what an investment thesis was when I started investing. I’d pick stocks because someone recommended them, or they “felt” like good buys. If you asked me why I bought something, I’d mumble something vague like, “It seems promising.” Spoiler: that’s not a strategy. An investment thesis is basically your argument for … Read more
When I first heard the term “moat” in an investing context, I thought, “What does medieval castle defense have to do with stocks?” Turns out, it’s one of the most important concepts you can learn if you’re serious about long-term investing. A company’s moat is its competitive advantage—the thing that protects it from competitors and … Read more
I’ve learned one thing about investing: it’s as much about what’s in your head as what’s in your portfolio. Numbers are important, sure. But the way we think about those numbers? That’s where it gets tricky. Take this one time I held onto a stock way longer than I should have. Why? Because selling it … Read more
Interest rates. If you’re investing, you’ve probably heard the term thrown around—especially during economic news. For a long time, I didn’t pay attention to it. I figured, “How much could a little rate change actually matter?” Spoiler: it matters. A lot. It’s like this unseen force that pulls strings in the market. Stocks you thought … Read more
Undervalued stocks are like the underdogs of investing—quietly sitting in the background, waiting for someone to notice their potential. But spotting them? That’s the tricky part. When I first started, I assumed anything cheap was undervalued. Big mistake. A low price tag isn’t enough; you need to figure out if the stock is undervalued or … Read more
The first time I heard about the PEG ratio, I had no idea what it meant. People kept saying things like, “You’ve got to check the PEG ratio to know if the stock is worth it,” and I just nodded like I understood. It sounded complicated, like one of those metrics you’re supposed to know … Read more
When I first started looking at company stocks, EPS kept popping up everywhere. I’d see it mentioned in stock analyses, investment articles, and even in those complicated financial reports. At first, it felt like one of those terms people threw around to sound smart. But once I understood what it actually meant, EPS became one … Read more
Investing during an economic slowdown can feel overwhelming. You’re looking at the market, trying to decide if you should sit it out or put your money somewhere safe. I’ve been there—feeling like every decision is a gamble. But here’s the thing: even in tough times, certain sectors hold steady. Knowing where to invest can make … Read more
Management is tricky to pin down, isn’t it? You hear phrases like “strong leadership drives success,” but what does that even mean? Are we talking about someone shouting orders from a fancy office or quietly fixing things behind the scenes? In my experience, good management isn’t loud. It’s steady. The kind you don’t notice until … Read more