If you’re exploring ETFs or looking for diversified exposure to the U.S. stock market, you’ve probably come across VOO—the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF. But what exactly is it, and why do investors favor it? Let’s break it down. What is … Continue reading
SCHD (Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF) used to be untouchable in dividend circles. Low expense ratio.Quarterly income.“Sleep well at night” investing. But let’s stop pretending nothing has changed. SCHD is no longer just underperforming. It’s falling behind — badly.And the … Continue reading
Trying to figure out the best way to grow your money safely—or at least smarter than just leaving it in your wallet? If you’ve been considering dividend stocks, Pag-IBIG MP2, or digital savings accounts, you might be wondering which gives … Continue reading
For years, Alphabet has lived in the shadows of louder, more aggressively valued tech giants like Microsoft, NVIDIA, and even Meta. But as the AI race intensifies, a new narrative is forming in Silicon Valley and Wall Street: Alphabet might … Continue reading
The Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) has been on a roller-coaster lately — and not the fun kind. In the past weeks, the market slipped to a fresh five-year low, with investors reacting to a mix of weak economic indicators, … Continue reading
Cryptocurrency has evolved far beyond its early reputation as a speculative digital asset. In recent years, it has been steadily integrating into mainstream finance — and one of the biggest developments fueling that shift is the rise of cryptocurrency ETFs … Continue reading
When people talk about “safe” investments in the stock market, blue-chip stocks are usually the first that come to mind. They’re the giants of the Philippine economy — established, well-capitalized, and often the backbone of the PSE Index (PSEi). But … Continue reading
If you’ve ever thought about investing directly in Philippine stocks, one of the most trusted brokers you’ll encounter is First Metro Securities (or FirstMetroSec). It’s owned by Metrobank Group, which gives it that extra level of security and reliability — … Continue reading
When you think about investing in the Philippine stock market, it usually means picking individual companies — SM, Ayala, Jollibee, or BDO. But what if you could invest in all of them at once?That’s exactly what FMETF (First Metro Philippine … Continue reading
Artificial intelligence (AI) has taken the world by storm. From chatbots and self-driving cars to medical diagnostics and finance automation, AI seems to be everywhere—and so are the stocks behind it. But as valuations soar and companies start adding “AI” … Continue reading
