N26 Blog: Invest

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Bear market: This is what it means

If you think a bear market sounds rather scary, you’re already on the right track. In this article, you’ll learn what a bear market is, why it occurs, how it affects your assets and how long it lasts.
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Bull markets: What they mean for your money
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Bull markets: What they mean for your money

Not sure what bulls have to do with the financial world? The term is mostly symbolic — but bull markets can have significant effects on your investments. Read on to learn what a bull market is.
10 min read
Blog post written by Brendan Walsh, veteran investor: Not your parents' portfolio: The rise of ETFs and fractional shares.
Not your parents’ portfolio: The rise of ETFs and fractional shares
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Blog post written by Brendan Walsh, veteran investor: Not your parents' portfolio: The rise of ETFs and fractional shares.

Not your parents’ portfolio: The rise of ETFs and fractional shares

Next-gen options like ETFs and fractional shares are revolutionizing investing and making financial markets more accessible, especially to young investors. Veteran investor Brendan Walsh explains how.
7 min read
The wisdom of crowds: blog post by veteran investor and financial expert, Brendan Walsh.
The wisdom of crowds: Using social networks to make investment decisions
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The wisdom of crowds: blog post by veteran investor and financial expert, Brendan Walsh.

The wisdom of crowds: Using social networks to make investment decisions

Social networks are a rich source of information about investing — but the crowd isn’t always right. Find out how to leverage crowd wisdom in this expert guest post by veteran investor Brendan Walsh.
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How investing can support your retirement goals
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How investing can support your retirement goals

If you haven’t started setting aside money for retirement, you’re not alone. Here, get a solid understanding of the different investment options so you can set yourself up for your golden years.
11 min read
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Your guide to passive income
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Your guide to passive income

What is passive income, and how can it help you maximize your money over the long term? We explore this and more here.
11 min read
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What to know before you start investing
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What to know before you start investing

Getting started with investing can feel like a big task, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are some of the most important points to consider when you’re planning to invest your money.
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Brendan Walsh - Portfolio manager, writer and investor.
Trading vs. investing: understanding the key differences
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Brendan Walsh - Portfolio manager, writer and investor.

Trading vs. investing: understanding the key differences

Trading and investing — what’s the difference? And what might be best for you? Brendan Walsh, a veteran investor, digs into the details and gives his expert opinion.
6 min read
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What is a recession and how long will it last?
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Recession in big letters, surrounded by clouds while a person stands before it.

What is a recession and how long will it last?

Political events, environmental disasters, trade shocks: There are many factors that could cause a country's economy to slow down. But what exactly is a recession—and how long do they last?
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