Mutual Fund Basics

Just what is a mutual fund? I think, for most of Filipinos, this kind of investment is a mystery. In fact I have never heard of this term in my entire school life. What I do know is saving in the bank and physical investments such as putting up a sari-sari (convenience) store or selling barbeque on the streets. Stocks or funds were terms uncommon to me during those days. DEFINITION According to wikipedia, a mutual fund is a professionally-managed type of collective investment scheme that pools money from many investors to buy securities (stocks,...

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On Being Filipinos

I have come across an article created by Matthew Sutherland. It was actually sent to be by my friend thru email. And I guess this is one of those that were sent by friends to friend to friends… and so on. It is viral. When I read the article, it was interesting to note the observations made by Matthew (a foreigner) with Filipino culture. It was nice. It reflects who we are in a sense from the perspective of a foreign eye. And I guess, basing from his article, that Matthew loves the Philippines and the uniquely Filipino culture. Although he...

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