Category: Financial Well-being

During the first half of 2022, fears of a recession seized headlines in Europe and the rest of the world. No one can predict the future, although many economists forecast an impending European recession. We often hear the word recession being thrown around casually, rarely with regard to what it means and why it is…

‘The silent killer of money’—a synonym for inflation, and enough reason to want to overcome it. And there’s a good reason for it. If left unchecked, inflation can erode the value of your euro, meaning everything you buy becomes more expensive. Ordinarily, a little inflation – roughly 2% annually – is a normal part of…

Summer is a great time to take a vacation, relax on the beach, and spend time with family and friends. It’s also a great time to catch up on reading, learn new things, and become a better you. Reading is one of the easiest and most powerful ways to educate and inspire yourself and can…

2022 has been an absolute roller coaster for fintech. With lingering inflation and a recession on the horizon, the rest of the year will likely be just as volatile for fintech companies and investors. But just how bad have things been for fintechs worldwide, and what’s driving the decline in what was one of the…

Euribor, or Euro Interbank Offered Rate, is the average interest rate a group of European banks charges other banks to borrow money. Euribor rates are used as an index or reference rate across financial industries that use the euro, impacting everything from savings accounts and home and car loans to more complex derivatives trading instruments.…

The first half of 2022 has proven a tough time for the stock market, investors, and publicly traded companies. After years of double-digit returns and high-flying times for tech stocks, the markets are finally experiencing a reckoning – and it’s proving to be exceedingly painful so far. Many investors want to know what’s behind the…

Summer can be an exciting time filled with warmer weather, adventures, and fun with friends and family. Most Europeans travel during the summer, making it many people's favorite season. While fun and travel are certainly enjoyable, they aren't free, and it can be easy to overspend when you're having a great time. Taking advantage of…

With fuel prices skyrocketing across Europe and throughout the entire world, many people are beginning to seek alternatives to paying the outrageous price of petrol. The war in Ukraine and Europe’s reliance on Russian energy continue to be a point of contention and a significant factor influencing the cost of fuel. There doesn’t seem to…

How do you know you're ready to start investing? Is it when you start working? When you need to save for a deposit on a house? Knowing when to start investing can lead to a big question mark for many people. Since every person's situation is unique, there's no exact right time to start investing.…

When spring rolls around each year, there is no better way to start fresh than with spring-cleaning your finances. While most people associate spring-cleaning with wiping down walls and dusting blinds, spring-cleaning your finances can be even more rewarding than a squeaky-clean home. So, what does it mean to spring-clean your finances, and where do…