February 2024 – notespp

The Future of Decentralized Finance (DeFi)

Decentralized Finance (DeFi) offers financial services without intermediaries by leveraging blockchain technology. DeFi platforms provide lending, borrowing, and trading services using smart contracts. While DeFi offers transparency and accessibility, it…

Victoria Ratliff February 28, 2024

Stocks

Smart Beta ETFs: Combining Active and Passive Strategies

Smart beta ETFs blend active and passive investing by using alternative weighting strategies. Instead of market cap weighting, they focus on factors like value, quality, or momentum. This hybrid approach…

Victoria Ratliff February 21, 2024

Inflation-Linked Bonds: Protecting Against Inflation

Inflation-linked bonds, such as TIPS (Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities), adjust their principal value based on inflation. This protects investors from eroding purchasing power. These bonds are ideal for conservative investors seeking…

Victoria Ratliff February 14, 2024

Index Funds vs. Actively Managed Mutual Funds

Index funds passively track market indices, offering lower fees and broad diversification. Actively managed mutual funds, on the other hand, involve fund managers aiming to outperform the market. While index…

Victoria Ratliff February 7, 2024