The Subtle Investor

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How to invest during inflation and manage finances

There is a reason why inflation is known as the “Silent Killer”. It creeps up and takes away your purchasing power over time. Inflation has been under the limelight so far this year and why wouldn’t it be? Consumer Price Inflation (CPI) have risen to 5.4% year-on-year last month in the US, compared to the Central Bank’s average 2% target. In the UK, the number stands at 2.4%. Don’t underestimate the intensity of this little number which affects everything – from individuals to countries and then rest of the world!

This post is all about our current level of high inflation and whether it will remain high for a long time. If so, how should we invest during inflation and what it will mean for our finances? 

books about money

must read books about money

Read your heart out, I say. I felt that my blog was looking pretty empty without books! Lo and behold! I got some great book recommendations for you. My plan is to keep this list “live”. The list holds something for everyone, from all walks of life!

How to invest when market is high

how to invest when market is high

Finding confidence to invest when the market is high does not come easy. Seeing the stock market reaching for the moon looks scary. And it’s normal to question yourself: Should I really be investing now that the market is high?
Well take a read here as I share 3 tips on investing during high markets. I also back my views with data revealing that investing at market highs can actually be….erm BETTER!

Top 5 Investing Mistakes to Avoid as a Stock Market Beginner

5 investing mistakes to avoid

There are so many investing mistakes I have ever since making my first “buy”. Funnily enough, I’ve made these mistakes while working in the investing industry myself – should’ve known better, right?
Well, there are mistakes out there, lingering about – waiting to catch us ALL. Some of these mistakes cannot completely be eliminated but sure can be minimised or even avoided. Read on to know how!

Stocks vs Bonds | How do bonds work?

stocks vs bonds

Should I invest in bonds or stocks? What are the advantages and disadvantages of bond investment. There is more literature out there on stocks than bonds. Bonds provide stable income options with less risk compared to stocks. Therefore, it’s about time we understand how bonds work!