If you work in the financial services business or have done research on advisors, you will come across different labels for securities licenses. For those looking to understand the license designations or pursue a license, we will explore the common questions you may have when embarking on the journey. Adam Brickner, IBKR Compliance Officer for Special Products and Back Office joins Cassidy Clement to discuss.

There is a lot more to oil investing than just the price you see at the gas pump. How can one get started investing in the oil market? What impacts the price of oil economically and in terms of regulation? We discuss all that and more in this episode.

With election time around the corner, it’s important to understand how it impacts the market. If you are looking at adapting your strategy or researching political impacts on markets, we look to explain foundational topics that can be crucial to expanding your knowledge in the area. Related Links: Cents of Security Ep. 63 – Financial Seasonality: Seasons Impact More Than Weather

Seasonal changes impact more than the weather. You can see seasonal changes in financial markets as well. How can that be incorporated into a trading strategy? Are there trends that have already been established? We discuss all that and more in this episode.

In the past few years, the topic of hedge funds has been common in financial news and commentary spaces. While the word is thrown around quite often, not everyone knows the basics. In this episode we look to explain foundational topics of how a hedge fund works.

When it comes to bonds, you have likely heard of them. They are a common fixed-income instrument and investment product, but what makes up this financial security? In this episode we look answer foundational questions for bonds and their space in the market. Related Links Traders' Academy   Introduction to Treasuries https://www.interactivebrokers.com/campus/trading-course/treasuries-2/   Introduction to Corporate Bonds https://www.interactivebrokers.com/campus/trading-course/introduction-to-u-s-corporate-bonds/   Introduction to Municipal Bonds https://www.interactivebrokers.com/campus/trading-course/introduction-to-municipal-bonds/   ESG Investing: Financial Products - Benefits & Risks https://www.interactivebrokers.com/campus/trading-lessons/financial-products-benefits-risks/   Fixed-Income Trading for TWS https://www.interactivebrokers.com/campus/trading-course/fixed-income-trading-for-tws/   Traders' Insight   U.S. Muni Market: Political & Governance Risk (Parts 1-3) Part 1 https://www.interactivebrokers.com/campus/traders-insight/securities/fixed-income/u-s-muni-market-political-governance-risk-part-1/?query=grebeck&query_id=4e544d55957be44269ff4182c4be903a&index=prod_ibkrcampus_en&user_token=anonymous-d43520cd-7391-4e62-8b98-16b908288766   Part 2 https://www.interactivebrokers.com/campus/traders-insight/securities/fixed-income/u-s-muni-market-political-governance-risk-part-2/?query=grebeck&query_id=be4496d748217a5492b4b446cb5cc836&index=prod_ibkrcampus_en&user_token=anonymous-d43520cd-7391-4e62-8b98-16b908288766   Part 3 https://www.interactivebrokers.com/campus/traders-insight/securities/fixed-income/u-s-muni-market-political-governance-risk-part-3/?query=grebeck&query_id=edfb70e90f3d16c3fe57a046d211867a&index=prod_ibkrcampus_en&user_token=anonymous-d43520cd-7391-4e62-8b98-16b908288766   Coursera   U.S. Bond Investing Basics https://www.coursera.org/learn/fixed-income?specialization=financial-instruments-trading-investing   ESG-focused Financial Products https://www.coursera.org/learn/esg-focused-financial-products?specialization=esg-investing-financial-decision-in-flux   BofAML MOVE Index https://en.macromicro.me/charts/57819/us_equity_bond_volatility

Financial categories and sectors are commonly referenced in market commentary. For example, you may have heard the terms consumer staples or industrials. However, there are several others and it is important to understand what they are when reading financial commentary or doing investment research.

Join the IBKR Intern Class of 2024 as they sit down with Mat Cashman, Principal of Investor Education at the Options Industry Council to discuss his career path. Mat's unique journey from the world of classical music as a saxophonist into the finance space is as inspiring as it is fascinating, and our interns jumped at the opportunity to glean career advice from Mat.

In most financial media, the flashy and high risk items usually get the front page prominence. However, what is if you do not have a lot of money to invest or a short time horizon? That is when low risk investments usually enter the conversation. Jose Torres, Interactive Brokers’ Senior Economist joins Cassidy Clement, Senior Manager of SEO and Content to discuss.

There are so many facts and figures that get mentioned when discussing the housing market, but what are the actual indicators? How does the housing market impact other sectors, markets, and the economy? Riley Adams, Founder and CEO of WealthUp joins Cassidy Clement, Senior Manager of SEO and Content to discuss.

Securities Lending has been a hot topic for the past few years, but it can be very complex. Whether you are talking about trading on margin, short selling, or discussing financial events, you have likely heard the term. Cassidy Clement, Senior Manager of SEO and Content at Interactive Brokers is joined by Chief Strategist, Steve Sosnick to discuss the basics of Securities Lending.

A common topic when reviewing the country’s economic state is the US Jobs Report. There are many facets covered in these reports, but the main idea is to show the estimated unemployment rate.  Jose Torres, Interactive Brokers’ Senior Economist joins Cassidy Clement, Senior Manager of SEO and Content to discuss.

Foreign exchange trading or “forex” can be a complex trading topic and an unpredictable market. In this episode we look to explain some of the basics so our listeners can have a foundational understanding of the topic. Andrew Wilkinson, IBKR’s Director of Trading Education joins Cassidy Clement, Senior Manager of SEO and Content to discuss.

You may have heard about stock buybacks but how do they benefit the investor and the company? Are they a good thing? Why a buyback and not a dividend? Christine Short, Head of Global Corporate Events Research at Wall Street Horizon, a TMX Company joins Cassidy Clement, IBKR’s Senior Manager of SEO and Content to discuss.

Student Loans are a common topic in the United States when discussing educational advancement. It can be overwhelming when reviewing all the information. There can be interest, loan types, and many other facets that need to be taken into consideration. Kate Wood, Lending Expert at NerdWallet joins Cassidy Clement, IBKR’s Senior Manager of SEO and Content to discuss.

It’s summertime here in the US and that means vacation season is in full swing. If you have taken a look at accommodation costs and flight tickets lately, you probably have seen high price tags. How can someone make a vacation work on any budget? What ways can someone invest some savings to grow a vacation account? Sally French, Travel Expert at NerdWallet joins Cassidy Clement, IBKR’s Senior Manager of SEO and Content to discuss.

The US debt ceiling or debt limit is a popular topic when it comes to government spending. Although, it is not just important to Americans. It can impact the broader markets and investors can see its effects. Michael Normyle, Senior Director of Economic Research at Nasdaq joins Cassidy Clement, IBKR’s Senior Manager of SEO and Content to discuss.

Each generation has a different view on finance, which make sense since the economic experiences can differ. In this episode, we will explore the monetary habits of the Boomer, Gen X, and Millennial generations. We will discuss how these groups disrupted the financial landscape and set the economic stage for generations to come. Danielle Labotka, Ph.D., Behavioral scientist for Morningstar joins Cassidy Clement, IBKR’s Senior Manager of SEO and Content to discuss.

Emerging markets are frequently mentioned in economic talk shows and financial journalism. However, you may wonder what makes a market emergent and where can you find ways to invest? Caleb Silver, Editor-in-Chief at Investopedia joins Cassidy Clement, IBKR’s Senior Manager of SEO and Content to discuss.

Short term financing through buy now, pay later (BNPL) programs may seem alluring. However, there are some things you need to know before jumping in. To name a few - credit score impact, limits, and interest rates are just some of the considerations to think about. Kimberly Palmer, Personal Finance Expert at NerdWallet joins Cassidy Clement, IBKR’s Senior Manager of SEO and Content to discuss.