It's 2021, you are using your mobile device more and more in your daily life. You read the news, chat with family and friends, shop, and manage your finances all on your mobile device.
SMI® – THE Blue-Chip Index of the Swiss stock market The Swiss Market Index or SMI® is the most relevant stock index in Switzerland and includes the 20 largest stocks (blue chips) from the Swiss Performance Index (SPI). The capitalization of the SMI stands for nearly 80% of the entire Swiss equity market.
An Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) is a financial instrument loved by investors because of its diversification, transparency, and liquidity. It is a type of security that involves a combination of other securities – which can be stocks, bonds, indexes, or else – which tracks an underlying index.
To open a bank account in Switzerland, previously, you had to show a valid identity document in person or send a certified copy by post. Today, thanks to the latest technology, it is possible to open a bank account in Switzerland remotely without going to Geneva, Zurich, Bern, or any other city for that matter.
Switzerland is considered one of the most expensive countries in Europe. Notably, it is also one of the most beautiful. So how can you enjoy all Switzerland has to offer without breaking the bank.
What is a fiscal year? A fiscal year can also be called a “budget year” or a “financial year”. It is also sometimes shortened to FY (Fiscal Year). The period for a fiscal year is of 12 months (1 year) but unlike our calendar year, it does not necessarily start in January and end in December.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average Dow Jones & Co. was founded in 1882 by Charles Dow, Edward Jones, and Charles Bergstresser. Originally, the first industrial averages did not include industrial stocks but only transportation companies, which evolved into the “Transportation Average.”
What is an IPO? An IPO or initial public offering is the process in which a private corporation decides to offer its shares to the public. This is called stock issuance. When a company goes public, it permits public investors to invest their money in the company.
What is a Stock? When trading, one of the main terms that we are used to talking about is «stock ». But what is a stock? Well… in few words, a stock (also called equity) represents a fraction of ownership of a company.
CFDs are complex instruments and are not suitable for everyone as they can rapidly trigger losses that exceed your deposits. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work. Please see our Risk Disclosure Notice so you can fully understand the risks involved and whether you can afford to take the risk.
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