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Economic Events and Company Reports - July 30, 2025

... investment prospects in marketplaces. Virtu Financial (VIRT) – one of the largest high-frequency traders and market makers in financial markets. For Virtu, key profitability factors are volatility and trading volumes: in calm periods, its income decreases,... ... the same period last year. Such growth is fueled by heightened market activity in spring (volatility spikes due to the banking crisis, interest rate changes, etc.). If the report confirms these figures, it will signal that stock analytics for Virtu suggest ...

Brodude: "The Oil Business: The Story of a Fuel Company Founder"

... happens, especially for the first time, it's terrifying. It's as if the ground is pulled out from under you. After the shock wore off, I began thinking on a larger scale and focusing on major projects. I also noticed that I now approach business and all financial matters with maximum precision. If a project is planned without funding or solely on an idea, then goodbye—I'm not interested. Before the crisis, I planned short-term projects. Afterward, I started thinking long-term. I created a detailed step-by-step plan for 10 years. In general, having such a long-term plan helps you understand what you want from life, how you want to live, and which ...

How to Value a Business Before Selling or Buying?

... is the assessed value of the business. The Liquidation Value method estimates the amount one would receive upon selling the company's assets in case of closure. This is the most conservative approach and is used in situations where the company is in crisis. 2. Factors Influencing Company Value Numerous factors can influence a company's value, including both internal and external aspects. Financial Indicators: Profit and Revenue. Companies with stable profits and growing revenues typically have a higher value. Debt Load. High debt can decrease a company's value as it raises risks for buyers. Profitability. A business with high profitability,...

U.S. Debt Reaches a Record $36 Trillion: Implications for the Economy and Investors

... economic shutdowns. Small Business Loans and Subsidies: Targeted support for small and medium-sized businesses helped prevent closures but expanded the deficit. Enhanced Unemployment Benefits: Increased payouts for unemployed citizens were essential for financial stability but further added to the budget deficit. These necessary interventions helped stave off a severe economic crisis but significantly expanded the U.S. debt, emphasizing the need for potential structural reforms. Economic and Market Impacts of the Growing U.S. Debt The record-high U.S. debt level has far-reaching effects on the domestic and global economy, with ...

Investment Strategies in Unstable Economic Conditions: Diversification and Risk Management

... several important approaches: Regular rebalancing: adjusting the portfolio to maintain a predetermined level of risk and return. Stop-loss orders: limiting losses through automatic sale of assets when a specified price level is reached. Hedging: using financial instruments like options and futures to protect against unfavorable price movements. Practical Examples of Successful Strategies During the economic crisis of 2008, investors who timely allocated funds into bonds and gold were able to significantly reduce their losses and even make a profit. During the 2020 pandemic, investors with a diversified portfolio that included technology stocks significantly ...