SAXO Review: Pros & Cons For EU & UK Investors

March 13, 2024 Raph Antoine

A few years ago, SAXO wouldn’t be on our radar. It was a fairly expensive platform built mainly for traders. However, since their acquisition of the Dutch Bank BinckBank, part of the focus has shifted towards long-term investors. In January 2024, SAXO also reduced certain fees, making it an interesting Broker for investors in Europe. But, the fees still look prohibitive in the UK.

9 Charts That Spell Disaster for Your Cousin’s Stocks

February 19, 2024 Raph Antoine

Trying to beat the market is an entertaining activity.

Consider this: from 2013 to 2024, the top 10 U.S. stocks, largely dominated by Big Tech, eclipsed the rest of the S&P 500 pack by a whopping 4.9% annually.

But, you’re getting yourself into an investing minefield. What’s the potential damage if you pick a loser? Especially if you do it in an overheated market?

Sure, your stock-picking friends may get lucky in the short term. But, here are nine charts showing why – in the long run – you will outperform.  

Live and Let Buy: Which Bonds For Your Objectives?

February 14, 2024 Raph Antoine

Whether you are investing for the Short or Long Term, Bonds are a key component in a portfolio.

Today, we’ll cut through the noise and spotlight the bond categories we’ll unravel in this guide. We also go through bonds you may want to avoid to accomplish your goals. Let’s dive in!