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Selloffs and Why Diversification is Really a Correlation Question

Explore how the recent selloff in Turkey highlights the importance of understanding correlation in diversification.

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Sep 19, 2026

What Are REITs and Why They Matter in a Diversified Portfolio

Explore what REITs are and how they can earn a place in a diversified investment portfolio. Learn from the latest news about CareTrust REIT's growth strategy.

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Sep 19, 2026

Carry Trade Explained: Insights from the Bank of Japan's Rate Hike

Explore how the Bank of Japan's rate hike impacts the carry trade, a key financial concept.

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Sep 18, 2026

Buybacks vs Dividends: Impact on Earnings Per Share (EPS)

Explore how share buybacks and dividends affect a company's EPS, using Silvercorp Metals' recent buyback announcement as a case study.

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Sep 18, 2026

Crypto Swings and Asset Allocation: Navigating the Volatile Terrain

Explore the impact of crypto market volatility on asset allocation, with a focus on recent Fed rate hikes and their influence on digital assets like Bitcoin.

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Sep 18, 2026

Retail Sales as an Early Indicator of the Business Cycle

Explore how US retail sales offer insights into the business cycle, especially with recent surges amidst changing consumer behavior and Fed rate hikes.

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Sep 17, 2026

Understanding Pension Allocations Through the Investment Policy Statement

Explore how pension allocations are guided by an investment policy statement, using the recent NSE IPO as a real-world example.

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Sep 17, 2026

Understanding the Illiquidity Premium in Private Equity Deals

Explore the illiquidity premium in private equity through the lens of recent Australian M&A activity and its implications for investors.

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Sep 17, 2026

Understanding Real vs Nominal GDP through Vietnam's Impressive Growth Forecast

Explore the difference between real and nominal GDP with Vietnam's projected Q3 2026 growth, highlighting key economic concepts for CFA Level 1 candidates.

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Sep 16, 2026

Cost of Capital Explained: Why Companies are Rushing to Issue Debt

Explore the relationship between corporate debt issuance and cost of capital, driven by current economic conditions including high bond yields and AI investments.

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Sep 16, 2026
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