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Who’s behind the screen?
The Internet is undoubtedly a great invention for investors. Not only does it offer countless low-cost real-time trading facilities, but also provides a wealth of financial information including charts, reports, latest news… But there is a darker side to the … Continue reading
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Crowds! Wise, Mad or both?
Illusionist Derren Brown recently started a media frenzy in Britain by apparently “predicting” the lottery numbers on live TV. In an alleged explanation of his feat Brown claimed to have averaged the predictions of 24 people, citing Francis Galton’s discovery … Continue reading
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How to Survive Recession
Definition of Recession As the financial crisis continues we’re told the world is heading into recession, but what exactly does this mean? Technically a recession is defined as two consecutive quarters of negative growth. Under normal circumstances economic output increases, … Continue reading
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How to Get Through the Real Estate Depression
The current financial crisis began with a real estate crunch verging on depresion that continues and seems set to continue for some time to come. Whatever your interest in the real estate market the following might help you weather the … Continue reading
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Financial Crisis – Who Pays?
Recession is nothing new. By their very nature financial markets, and whole economies, move in cycles. Highs turn to lows and then back to highs again, and there isn’t usually an easily pinpointable reason. However, the current recession is outstanding … Continue reading →