What does leverage mean in investing?When you start to delve into investing, you will undoubtedly come across the concept  of leverage  . What exactly does this leverage entail? And how do you use it to your advantage? In short: by means of leverage, you can  make  a  large investment with a small amount  . This…

What are cryptocurrencies?In fact, a cryptocurrency is nothing more than a digital form of money. Just as there are different currencies such as euros and dollars, there are also different digital coins such as bitcoin and litecoin . Where euros and dollars are tangible and you can therefore physically have them in your wallet, a…

Derivatives, what makes them interesting?Trading on the exchange markets is extremely popular, because banks are offering increasingly lower interest rates. It is therefore not surprising that more and more opportunities are being offered to investors to achieve higher returns. Derivatives are a bundle of investment opportunities that an investor can use to increase the chance…

Forex trading, what is that?Forex (FOReign EXchange) is actually nothing more than a group of buyers and sellers from all over the world who buy and sell different currencies for a fixed price. Through this exchange, banks, governments and investors can trade currencies. These transactions are made with a view to returns, but also to…

The meaning of bondsWhen the government or a company issues a loan, it is a debt certificate. The official name for such a debt certificate is a bond. In the case that you purchase a bond as an investor, you will receive a predetermined interest rate for it. But it is also possible to trade…

The rise of mutual fundsNowadays, investment funds are very popular. This is not so strange, considering the fact that it is more complicated to invest in shares yourself than to do so in an investment fund. But what exactly is an investment fund? And what are its possibilities? The answers to these questions can be…

How are turbos constructed?By investing with a turbo you can use leverage to increase your profit. This Turbo always needs an underlying value in the form of shares, currencies, bonds, commodities or investment funds. The Turbo ensures that the profit can be a lot bigger, but it also ensures that the risks increase. So you…

What is yield?This blog explains what return is. In this case, it is about the return that can be achieved when investing . You will find out what it is made up of and how you can calculate it. Return is used more often and has multiple meanings. In this blog, we will discuss what…

What is a spread?At many  (CFD) brokers  you often come across the term  spread  . The term has to do with the costs that come with trading. To better explain the concept, you must first get acquainted with two other concepts.1. The asking price . This is the amount you have to pay when you…

What is volatility?Share prices never stand still. Everyone knows the graphs of shares, even if you have never invested yourself. Prices can rise, fall or remain more or less at the same level. The extent to which prices fluctuate is called volatility .Low volatility is said to occur when the price does not rise or…

Tax on your potential profits when investing in sharesNormally, you pay 0% tax on the potential profits that you may earn from investing. Investments fall under box 3, or the wealth tax (this is the same with savings). This means that you do not immediately pay tax on investment profits that you have achieved, not…

How do you buy bonds as an investor?You have two options, should you be interested in bonds in the investment world:You buy the bonds yourself.You invest in bonds through an investment fund.This blog will explain the various pros and cons that you can find in purchasing bonds through these two options.Option 1: You buy the…

EUR/USD, what does it mean?The Euro (EUR) and the US dollar (USD) are widely used currencies worldwide. Both currencies together make up a large part of the total (international) transactions that are carried out daily. It is therefore not surprising that the EUR/USD combination is popular among traders and investors. For example, the fact that…

Blue chip stocksAnyone who has ever traded has come across the term ‘blue chips’ at some point. The term is used to describe shares . Also called blue chip shares .However, most people have absolutely no idea what the term means at that moment. That is why everything you need to know about blue chips…

CFD trading on the Nasdaq indexFor many investors, it hardly needs any explanation that the Nasdaq is one of the most important and prominent indices worldwide. This interesting index, which focuses on technology companies, plays an important role in the American economy. It is therefore not surprising that it is traded a lot on a…

Silver Price: ExplainedSilver is an interesting investment product from various perspectives. This has to do with the silver price , which offers scope for exploiting various opportunities. In some cases, an investment in silver can even yield a higher return than an investment in gold. This has often been proven in the past. If you…

What is green investing?Green investing is the order of the day. After all, there is a great deal of social interest in contributing to a better world. Government bodies also see the relevance of green investing. For example, there are various tax benefits that you can enjoy as a Dutch citizen when investing in certain…

Alles over MetaTrader 4 Wanneer je je bezig houdt met beleggen, ben je vast…

Wat is een short squeeze? In sommige gevallen kan de prijs van een aandeel…

Investing VS GamblingInvesting is often compared to gambling in a casino. And to a certain extent, this comparison works. After all, investing is just like gambling; risking your money for the chance of winning. But that is where the comparison ends. Gambling requires a minimum investment of time and as a gambler you have a…

What is collective investing?When we talk about collective investing , we are talking about a form of investing in which the investment is made by a number of investors together.An investment fund is a clear example of this. Banks and asset managers also choose to invest collectively. They do this by using model portfolios. Such…

Investments in hydrogen ETFsBy investing in a hydrogen ETF, you are responding to the global trend of sustainable investments . It is a given that governments worldwide are trying to act CO2-free in the future. This is necessary to combat the problem of global warming. The use of clean energy sources such as hydrogen is…

Investing money in a bankCurrently, savings interest rates are very unfavorable and unprecedentedly low. The savings in the bank account yield little return. If you do not need to use your money in the foreseeable future, it is an option to invest your assets. The chance of asset growth is greater here. There are various…

Managed investing: how does it work exactly?Everyone would like to know more about investing, but many people do not have enough experience and knowledge to find out exactly. It is not wise to buy shares at random. However, it is wise to do sufficient research. You can probably use someone who can teach you some…

Real Estate ETF, how does it work?Investing in real estate is extremely popular among investors. Real estate is often called ‘concrete gold’, because in general real estate stands for safety and value retention. Investing by buying houses is a big investment, fortunately as an investor you can also choose more accessible options: you can also…

What is the best way to invest in gold ETFs?Gold has been seen as a valuable precious metal for centuries. But investors also see gold as interesting. For example, the gold price has risen steadily in recent years and gold is seen as a ‘safe haven’. Perhaps you would also like to invest in gold…

Investing in oil with futuresDue to the importance of oil as an energy source, oil futures cannot be underestimated. Currently, there is no energy source that can provide more energy per unit of extraction costs than oil, despite the serious search for alternative energy sources. For the time being, our cars will continue to run…

Vanguard S&P500 ETFETFs are increasingly seen as an important part of an investment portfolio. They also come in many different types. A large portion of investors choose to invest in the Vanguard S&P500 ETF . What is the Vanguard S&P500 ETF? What conditions must a company meet to participate in the S&P 500 and which…

DEGIRO Core selection ETFsIn this blog we will take you through everything you need to know about the DEGIRO core selection, and how you can apply it as an investor when buying or selling ETFs.DEGIRO core selection: what is it?When trading in ETFs, the investor generally pays transaction costs. However, there is a list: the…

Investing in hydrogen: a smart idea?Many people are aware of the climate. People want to live more and more sustainably. Together they want to reduce CO2 emissions by replacing cars that run on polluting fuels with electric cars. In addition, more and more research is being done into a more sustainable lifestyle. But sustainable investing…

Dennis Diatel / Shutterstock.com Investing in ASML shares?Investing in ASML shares, an investment that many Dutch investors consider. Since the ASML IPO in 1995, the share has become one of the most well-known Dutch shares. ASML is also listed high on the Dutch AEX. But is it smart to invest in ASML? And what is…

Cheap ETFs: ETFs with low ongoing costsYou don’t want to pay too much. You can also opt for investments with low costs when investing. Costs have a direct impact on your return. Costs reduce your return. ETF funds are known for their low costs. But even with ETFs, the differences in costs are large. That…

Alles over de cyber security ETF’sBecause so many different things are now handled online, cyber security has become increasingly important within organizations in recent years. After all, as an online company, you don’t exactly make a good impression on your customers if you have to admit to them that your system has been hacked. The…

Investing in wind energy: How do you do this?If you have savings in your bank account that you do not want to use for a long time, investing in wind energy may be an interesting alternative for you. Not only because of the potentially higher return that you achieve in this way, but also with…

Futures trading & options trading: how does it work?Many products in the world are traded on the so-called ‘financial futures market’. On this market you deal with contracts, also known as the future. In the video below, André Brouwers of the Investment Institute explains how option trading and futures trading works .Tip: Prefer to read?…

Metaverse ETFs: What Are They and How to Invest in Them?Metaverse: a word you have undoubtedly heard in 2022. For example, the tech giant Facebook changed its company name to Meta at the end of 2021. It is touted as the next generation of the internet. But is it also an interesting investment? In this…

Buy Penny StocksBuying shares in the form of penny stocks is an increasingly popular mechanism these days. Seasoned investors who want to achieve a quick return and also want to take a relatively large risk are big users of penny stocks. However, penny stocks also do well with beginners without experience in investing. If you…

The best cannabis stocks to buy in 2022 Whether you are an experienced or inexperienced investor, buying cannabis stocks will raise many eyebrows. The Netherlands may have a very liberal policy regarding cannabis use, but cannabis does not have an equally good reputation everywhere in the world. It is a soft drug that is regularly linked…

Dennis Diatel / Shutterstock.com Buy Amazon stockWho is not familiar with Amazon? The e-commerce giant has achieved a lot of success since its founding in 1994. Amazon is now one of the largest companies in the world. Due to the growth achieved, it still attracts investors. It is logical that you wonder whether it is…

Best AEX ETFs – Explanation and examplesThe Amsterdam Exchange Index (AEX) is a well-known stock market index in the Netherlands, which shows the performance of the largest Dutch companies on the stock exchange. Investors can follow the performance of the AEX by investing in AEX Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) . In this blog you can…

Best Gaming ETFs – Investing in Gaming ETFsGaming is an ever-growing industry with a huge demand for technology and entertainment. So it’s no surprise that investors are turning to gaming ETFs as a way to profit from this emerging market. In this blog, we’ll take a look at what exactly gaming ETFs are, the benefits…

Investing in MSCI World ETFsETFs are often a popular investment product among passive investors. ETFs make it possible to invest in multiple shares with one purchase. An ETF can focus on specific sectors or countries. Would you like to invest in the entire world with one purchase? Then you could opt for so-called world ETFs.…

Compare AEX ETF: iShares or VanEck?When it comes to passive investing in the Dutch stock market, you will soon end up with an AEX ETF. Two popular options that investors often consider are the VanEck AEX ETF and the iShares AEX ETF . However, it is important not to randomly choose one of the two,…

Copper ETFs – What Are They and How to Invest in Them?Copper ETFs (trackers) offer investors the opportunity to invest in copper without directly owning physical copper. In this article, we discuss what copper ETFs are, how to invest in them, and the best copper ETFs on the market.Copper ETFs are investment funds that invest…

LEAPS: How Long-Term Equity Works and StrategiesAnticipation SecuritiesLEAPS, or Long-term Equity Anticipation Securities, are a type of option contract with a longer term than standard options . In this blog post, we delve deeper into the world of LEAPS and the strategies that investors can apply, such as the LEAPS covered call strategy. This blog…

Investing in a Technology ETFInvesting in a Technology ETF (also known as a ‘NASDAQ ETF’) can be a smart choice for those interested in the technology industry and looking to capitalize on the growth this sector has seen in recent years. If you think a Nasdaq ETF would be a good addition to your investment…

Best AI ETFs – Investing in the future with AIThe rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the most exciting developments of the 21st century. This technology is changing the way we work, communicate and live, offering unprecedented opportunities for growth and innovation. Just think of the arrival of OpenAI’s popular AI Chat tool.…

Covered Call Option Strategy If you are just starting out in investing, it is important to learn different strategies to expand your knowledge and optimize your portfolio. In this blog, you will learn all about the “covered call”, a popular options strategy that you can use to generate additional income from your stock portfolio. We…