N26 Blog: Invest

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What is day trading​? Strategies and tips on how to start
7 min read
A young woman with curly hair sits on a rocky ledge overlooking a serene mountain lake. She's using her phone, seemingly enjoying the peaceful view.

What is day trading​? Strategies and tips on how to start

Some investments need time to grow, but others move fast — just like day trading. This article breaks down the basics and the popular strategies, and covers what not to do when you’re day trading.
7 min read
What is scalp trading? An intro to high-speed investing.
What is scalp trading? An intro to high-speed investing
4 min read
What is scalp trading? An intro to high-speed investing.

What is scalp trading? An intro to high-speed investing

In trading, scalping is all about speed and precision. Here, learn about the scalp trading strategies and tools scalpers use to try to turn small price moves into big wins.
4 min read
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What is trend analysis​? Making sense of stock market trends​
5 min read
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What is trend analysis​? Making sense of stock market trends​

Trend analysis helps you spot patterns and predict future market movements. Learn essential techniques, tools, and applications to make informed decisions in business and investing.
5 min read
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Bear market: This is what it means
11 min read
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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.
11 min read
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Bull markets: What they mean for your money
10 min read
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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
Volatility at the stock market, as seen from the decline in stock values.
What is volatility?
6 min read
Volatility at the stock market, as seen from the decline in stock values.

What is volatility?

Here, we explain what volatility means and why fluctuating stock prices can be both a risk and an opportunity.
6 min read
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An investor’s guide to FOFs: What’s a fund of funds?
6 min read
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An investor’s guide to FOFs: What’s a fund of funds?

A fund of funds (FOF) sounds more complex than it is. Learn more here about what an FOF is, what types there are, and key questions to ask yourself before investing.
6 min read
ETFs vs. index funds: What’s the difference?
ETFs vs. index funds: What’s the difference?
4 min read
ETFs vs. index funds: What’s the difference?

ETFs vs. index funds: What’s the difference?

ETFs vs index funds: What’s the better investment? Learn the differences and similarities between them before deciding which one gets a spot in your investment portfolio.
4 min read
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Financial leverage: what it is and how to calculate it
4 min read
A woman sitting outside, partially obscured by leaves, using a light blue smartphone.

Financial leverage: what it is and how to calculate it

Debt isn't always a bad thing. In fact, investors and entrepreneurs can use it as a strategic tool to boost their profits. Here, learn what financial leverage is and how to calculate it.
4 min read
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What is portfolio asset allocation? Strategies and tactics you need to know
5 min read
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What is portfolio asset allocation? Strategies and tactics you need to know

Asset allocation isn't the same as portfolio diversification — but they do go hand in hand. Learn why portfolio asset allocation matters and how to get started
5 min read
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What is risk tolerance in investing?
6 min read
Three young adults, two women and a man, stand on a mountainside at sunset, huddled together and looking at a smartphone. They seem to be enjoying the outdoors and perhaps using a map or navigation app.

What is risk tolerance in investing?

When it comes to risk in investing, the question isn't "if" — it's "how much." Discover here what risk tolerance is and how it shapes your investment strategy and portfolio.
6 min read
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Investing 101: What is a diversified portfolio?
4 min read
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Investing 101: What is a diversified portfolio?

The old saying “don't put all your eggs in one basket” is also valid in the world of investing. Here's why portfolio diversification matters and why a diversified portfolio is stronger long-term.
4 min read
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