The Next Big Thing - Alternative Energy

My friends and I would often wonder where did the VCs go? Well wonder no more - according to a recent edition of The Economist the money is going into 'Green' technologies. One estimate puts the total investments going into clean energy at $63 billion up from $49 billion in 2005 and $30 billion in 2004.

Free Advice on Guaranteed Property Rental Schemes

Ewan's advice is helpfully free, but don't think a guaranteed rental scheme is!

New Mine Flood Further Tightens Uranium Supply

After Cameco Corp's Cigar Lake flood at the company's northern Saskatchewan uranium mining project rattled analysts and utilities who previously expected sufficient uranium would be available to meet the needs of nuclear utilities, along came another mine flooding – this one in Australia. The March 7th announcement by Energy Resources of Australia was different. While Cigar Lake effectively removed uranium mining supply in 2008, ERA's 'force majeure' announcement withdrew supply anticipated for this year.

Futures Trading Online

Using a good software platform for market analysis enables you to maintain discipline in your futures trading online.

Trade the News

I have written these Ideas mainly with Forex in mind but they would work with any market Shares, futures any market you just need to get hold of a good financial calender and look to see when certain announcements will be made. Forex announcements are generally easier to trade because its easier to work out which news will be good or bad for a country's economy and therefore its currency.

The Daily Journey Of An Experienced Day Trader

A diary of an interesting day trader who is prepared to share his ups and downs - I don't sit in front of a pc screen; I just leave the screen on with a live index chart and some indicators. I glance at it when passing by now and then.

Calculate Internal Rate Of Return Using Excel

The page explains what is internal rate of return and how to calculate IRR using Excel formulas. The article talks about how the IRR is used in evaluating projects and investments. The article also talks about when it is safe to use IRR to evaluate an investment.

Any Tips To Get Started In Investing?

There are essentially two different mindsets that are absolutely detrimental for those who are interested in investing. The first is that of a first time investor who has absolutely no confidence in his or her ability but desperately wants to invest. These are the types of investors who continuously sit on the fence and want constant hand holding. If you are this type of investor the best thing for you to do is get your feet wet.

Pride of Trading

If fear is a powerful emotion, I believe

How to Find the Best Mutual Funds

Some simple guidelines for finding the best mutual funds. A mutual fund is a popular kind of investment where a numerous investors pool their money to create a diversified collection of securities, usually consisting of stocks and bonds. There are thousands of mutual funds to select from, and this makes finding the best mutual funds a bit overwhelming. This article will show you how to sort through your options and find the best mutual funds for your needs.

Annuities - Are Low-Cost Annuities A Good Choice?

I've disliked variable annuities for many years because of their high fees and onerous surrender penalties. Now, low-cost variable annuities are available that slash fees and do away with the surrender penalties. Does this change my opinion on the use of variable annuities? Read on to find out.

Annuities - Oversight Needed On Equity-Indexed Annuities

The sale of Equity-Indexed Annuities has increased 45% the first 6 months of this year. I'm concerned that the vast majority of those sales are unsuitable for the investors buying them. Oversight by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD) is desperately needed to protect retirees from being taken to the cleaners by agents hungry for the large commission. Read on to find out how this oversight will benefit you.

Useful Tips For Finding The Best Credit Card Rates

This article looks at how to go about getting the best credit card rates.

Annuities - Equity-Linked Certificate Of Deposit - The Safer Low-Cost EIA Alternative

Equity-Linked Certificates of Deposit are a safer, low-cost alternative for those who must have an Equity-Indexed Annuity type of investment. These little-known investments allow you to participate in the growth of the market index while your principal is guaranteed by the Government. Read on to find out more.

Annuities - Federal Regulators Concerned About Equity-Indexed Annuities

I've been predicting for some time now that Equity-Indexed Annuities and the sales practices associated with them will be the Next Big Scandal of the financial services industry. And now my predictions are coming true.