Jim Simons passed away at his home in Manhattan on May 10, 2024, at the age of 86. Throughout his life, Jim Simons made significant contributions to both mathematics and quantitative investment, utilizing his intelligence, perseverance, and innovative spirit. His pioneering achievements in the field of differential geometry have earned …

The York Water Company (YORW) has been paying dividends since 1816; Bank of Montreal (BMO) has been paying dividends since 1829; Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS) has been paying dividends since 1832; TD Bank (TD) has paid dividends since 1857; Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CM) has been paying dividends …

Canada’s population, exceeding 30 million, may seem modest at just one-tenth of the United States’, yet this pales in comparison to the marked differences in their respective financial sectors. The Canadian financial services industry is known for its insularity and conservative approach. The entry of both foreign and American financial …

Donald Othmer, a chemical engineering professor in Brooklyn, passed away in 1995, followed by his wife, Mildred, in April 1998. Despite leading unassuming lives, their combined estate stunned their friends with its value of $800 million, almost entirely dedicated to charitable causes. A Legacy of Academic and Professional Achievement Donald …

Edward Avedisian, born to Armenian immigrants in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, embarked on a remarkable journey from a scholarship recipient studying clarinet at Boston University to a distinguished professional clarinetist with the Boston Pops. Over the span of nearly four decades, Avedisian graced the stages of prestigious orchestras, including the Boston …

Are Dividends Worth Your Attention? Many small investors may overlook dividends, considering stock investment as solely about buying low and selling high to profit from price differentials. After all, why bother with a mere 2% dividend when you could chase higher returns elsewhere? However, historical data backtesting paints a different …

The growing trend of stock investment has led to an intriguing observation: despite increased participation, many retail investors struggle to achieve satisfactory results. Statistics from investment institutions indicate that over 70% of retail investors experience financial losses, while the remaining minority may find profit, albeit not necessarily surpassing market indices. …