I came across an interesting article on “shrinkflation isn’t a trend, it’s a permanent hit to your wallet” by Alexis Benveniste for BBC that holds relevance for many especially those of us who are trapped in the lower income bracket. At first glance, shrinkflation may seem like a minor inconvenience, a mere adjustment in packaging…

I periodically recycle old posts on my blog to ensure that new clients can benefit from valuable content they may have missed and this post on alternative investments is one such example. Almost three decades ago, when I embarked on my journey into the financial markets, my fervent belief in diversification was already deeply rooted…

I’ll be hitting the road for the next couple of days, and my blog might go a bit quiet due to some less-than-stellar internet. Think of it as my posts taking a mini-vacation, just like I am. Fear not, my trusty TM-IM system will be on duty, managing those positions like a seasoned pro. No…

Bitcoin and gold have both recently reached record highs. If you were to pick between the two, which one would you prefer to own? Until recently, it was uncommon for Wall Street analysts and professional investors to seriously juxtapose the two assets. Bitcoin, often dubbed digital gold, has traditionally been regarded as a speculative investment…

In the middle of global economic and market challenges, navigating the trajectory of the US dollar can often feel like enduring a marathon of contentious debates. One recurring topic that emerges like clockwork is the direction of the local currency against the dollar and the purported necessity for investors to recalibrate their portfolios based on…