Month: February 2021

With 2020 in the rear-view mirror, investors are hoping that the new year will usher in greater returns for their portfolios. And while economic recovery has begun around the globe, the health crisis and subsequent lockdowns have triggered some shifts in the investment landscape that are expected to persist for the foreseeable future.

As a result, certain asset classes are poised to perform better than others. Categories like alternative investments are all the rage, especially in this environment of extremely low interest rates where it is difficult to find yield. And while there is no crystal ball for how the remainder of 2021 will play out, there are certain investment themes that the experts are touting as they navigate the new normal, such as e-commerce, sustainability, and telehealth, to name a few.  Continue reading Which Asset Classes Are Set to Shine in 2021?

For some, the 2008 world financial crises could feel like a very long time ago, and yet, its effects are still felt today. It was the catalyst to a forever-changed banking and financial services industry worldwide and the beginning of an exciting FinTech journey that would disrupt everything we know about finance.

The year 2020 was also a disrupter that reminded us to never become complacent. It necessitated the need to look at the top podcasts, books, and blogs that can help any aspiring Fintech enthusiast stay informed and at the forefront of changes to this growing disrupter of all things finance in 2021.

The lists here will aim to give you a peek at global perspectives that might help sketch a more deeply rooted awareness of FinTech movements that are not just focused on Europe or the United States, but global. The aim wasn’t to look for what’s most popular, but rather most thought provoking. Enjoy! Continue reading Must Read and Must Watch on FinTech in 2021