Will Ashworth
Will Ashworth has written about investments full-time since 2008. Before turning to a writing career, he worked in the financial services industry in marketing and sales.
He loves investing and is passionate about helping others put their money to work. His work has appeared in publications such as Kiplinger, InvestorPlace, The Motley Fool, The Motley Fool Canada, Investopedia, Barchart, TSI Wealth Network, and Wealth Professional.
Will lives in beautiful Halifax, Nova Scotia. He’s a diehard Toronto Maple Leafs fan.
Latest articles by Will Ashworth
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How to Find the Best Growth Stocks
Growth stocks can create significant returns for investors, but what are they and how do you find the best ones? We take a closer look here.
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How to Trade Futures
Futures allow market participants to hedge bets or speculate on potential price moves. Here, we look at how to trade futures and why you might want to.
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Best Bitcoin and Crypto ETFs to Buy Now
cryptocurrency After a major regulatory win, Bitcoin and other digital currencies are booming. These bitcoin and crypto ETFs will give you exposure to the space.
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Best SPDR ETFs to Buy and Hold
ETFs While there are many challenges facing markets right now, these six SPDR ETFs give investors options to build a solid, low-cost portfolio.
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Is the Crypto Winter Over?
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency prices rebounded sharply in 2023, leading many to wonder if the crypto winter is over.
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How to Invest in ETFs for Beginners
Learn how to invest in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) with a beginner's guide to walk you through each step of the way.
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The Best Warren Buffett Dividend Stocks
The best Warren Buffett dividend stocks are expected to produce impressive returns for the Berkshire Hathaway equity portfolio. Here are five with healthy yields.
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8 Small-Cap ETFs to Buy Now
ETFs Small-cap ETFs are long-term outperformers – and should be on every investors' radar.
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6 Best Growth ETFs to Buy Now
The best growth ETFs offer exposure to higher-risk, higher-reward stocks while lessening the risk of a single stock torpedoing your returns.
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What Is Quantitative Easing?
Quantitative easing is one strategy the Federal Reserve uses to stimulate the economy. Here's how it works.
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How to Buy Stocks
Not everyone knows how to buy stocks, even as investing in the stock market becomes more and more popular. This four-step plan can help.
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What Is an Inverse ETF?
Inverse ETFs can act like insurance for an investor's portfolio, but they're not recommended for everyone. Here's why.
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What Is Common Stock?
Common stock allows for big returns – but owning it also comes with risk. Here, we look at what common stock is and dive into its pros and cons.
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What Is Cryptocurrency?
It is crucial investors be able to answer the question "What is cryptocurrency?" before jumping into the high-risk space.
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How to Find the Best Mid-Cap Stocks
The best mid-cap stocks are the market's so-called "sweet spot," offering up an ideal combination of financial stability and growth potential.
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Best High-Growth Stocks to Buy
growth stocks High-growth stocks have been on a roller-coaster ride in recent years, but they remain solid long-term investment options.
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9 New ETFs for Investors to Unwrap
ETFs Investors are pouring money into exchange-traded funds, and these nine new ETFs are certainly worthy of some of that fresh capital.
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Best Index Funds for a Low-Priced Portfolio
ETFs Index funds are popular thanks to their low fees and wider diversity of stock selections. Here are nine that stand out.
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What's Typically in a Severance Package
If you’re laid off from your job, you might be offered severance pay and other benefits. Here’s what to know before you sign this legal agreement.
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The 7 Best Dividend Growth Stocks to Buy
dividend stocks Adding dividend growth stocks to your portfolio can provide both income and capital appreciation over the long haul. That makes these picks worth a closer look.
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Best Marijuana Stocks to Buy: Cannabis Stocks for Investing
Kiplinger's Investing Outlook The best marijuana stocks have been put through the wringer for years. But with U.S. cannabis sales on the rise, these picks could finally have their day in the sun.
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Best Consumer Discretionary Stocks to Buy Now
Consumer discretionary stocks have been challenging places to invest in, but these picks could overcome several sector headwinds.
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Recession-Proof Stocks: Best Stocks to Buy During a Recession
stocks The U.S. might not be in a recession at the moment, but expectations are high that one could hit in 2023. These are the best recession-proof stocks for investors to consider.
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Is Apple Stock a Sell Amid China Unrest?
What's in store for Apple stock amid estimates for severe iPhone shortages? Here, we take a closer look.
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