How many millionaires are there in Switzerland?
This question sheds a fascinating light on the distribution of wealth in one of the richest countries.
Discover surprising facts and find out how you too could one day join this exclusive circle.
findependent is a highly interesting Swiss fintech that wants to make investing with ETFs possible for everyone.
Discover our experiences after a few years of use – is findependent right for you?
The Granolas are a dynamic group of European stocks, comparable to the American Magnificent Seven.
Discover why more and more investors see them as a relevant investment option.
Theme funds – a new opportunity for your money?
They invest in companies from supposedly up-and-coming sectors.
But before you jump in, find out if it’s really worth it.
Do you want to invest your money sustainably but are unsure whether ESG or impact investing is right for you?
Discover the key differences between ESG and impact investing and then decide which suits you better.
Findependent wants to make investing accessible to everyone in Switzerland via an investment app. We speak to the CEO Matthias Bryner. In an exclusive interview, he explains how findependent came about and provides valuable background information. He talks about his plans and gives you a very special findependent savings code.
The corona crash has shaken up the financial markets worldwide. Valuation levels have changed dramatically. What was in demand yesterday is out today, supposedly safe asset classes have fallen in unison with the prices of the stock markets. What does this mean for you, your financial independence, your financial decisions…
Many people are currently dealing with coronavirus and shares, as we can see from the questions we are receiving. What should I do with my shares now? Should I buy or sell? What does it mean for my 3rd pillar? We provide answers to the most frequently asked questions.
If someone had told me two months ago that the stock market would be 30% lower, I would be working from home every day, children would be on “corona vacations” and home schooling and public life would be all but shut down, I wouldn’t have believed it. And yet coronavirus…
There has been a lot of talk in recent weeks about how the coronavirus COVID-19 will affect the global economy and the stock markets. There has been a lot of news hype: how many people have fallen ill or died from the virus in which country? But what impact will…
Saving for old age. Sure, what you can do today, I’m happy to put off until tomorrow. Better to live now, later is still possible. Right? Get to know the five key factors that determine how much money you’ll get later. And no matter what type of saver you are,…
Do you know the game of chess? And would you like to earn more money with money? We explain how chess, the compound interest effect and your pension provision are connected. Read on and learn how you can make more of your money with little effort: how you can make…
Sandra is irritated. Yesterday everyone was saying that Facebook was deadly safe and today she hears and reads that the share price has plummeted by over 20 %. And she’s supposed to invest in shares? Pure casino! We take Sandra by the hand and show her which tips she can…
If you want to invest in passive pillar 3a products, you are not necessarily spoiled for choice. Many banks do not offer passive pension ETFs, preferring to sell their own, often more expensive active funds. We have therefore done some research and put together a list of the most attractive…
We come across these terms again and again: active funds, passive funds, ETFs. However, the fund providers do not always say exactly what is behind them. There are often big differences in the fees. We take a look at where these come from and go along with the passive funds.
The stock market can be somewhat confusing for beginners. Over the last few decades, we and many investors have gained insights that provide guidance and make investing in shares easier. We are guided by this.
In his book “Stocks for Eternity”, J. Siegel writes that nothing is as profitable as investing your money in stocks.
Because in the long term you can only win… And a lot.
But how?
When investing, some people are completely put off by the fees – you have to recoup them first. Others don’t pay attention and then pay the bill. In fact, a small difference in fees makes a big difference. We compare active and passive investment products and do the math.
ETFs are very popular with investors. The comparatively low costs of passive funds and the diversified risks are attractive. Long-term investors can thus invest relatively stress-free. Morningstar, a listed financial information and analysis company, has published its 2017 annual report about the providers of active and passive funds. Find out…
Every year, we are eager to see what the financial market has in store. Trade journals and expert portals are full of trends and forecasts. It would be nice if it were so easy to look into the future. Past experience shows that forecasts are almost certainly wrong. So what…
According to the Federal Statistical Office, households in Switzerland have a monthly savings potential of CHF 1,500. Similarly, in a study, a quarter of the individuals surveyed stated that they had between CHF 500 and CHF 1,500 a month left over. Enough to make something of it. But how? The…
