Blog Archive: June 2024
Spot Gold (Tokenized) vs. Buying Gold Jewelry in Tbilisi
| 35 viewsToday, I spent a delightful afternoon with my 5-year-old daughter at a shopping mall in Tbilisi. Our mission was to find the perfect gold necklace, bracelet, or earrings as birthday gift to my partner. After browsing through various options, we ended up purchasing a beautiful gold ring. As a seasoned investor in…
Investing in Stanley Black & Decker (SWK) with Options
| 9 viewsAs an investor and DIY enthusiast, I recently embarked on a journey to slowly acquire shares in Stanley Black & Decker (SWK), leveraging my fascination with their renowned DeWalt power tools.The decision to invest in SWK came after a conversation with my brother, who expressed high praise for DeWalt tools. This…
Jal Mahal / Water Palace near Jaipur
| 103 viewsJal Mahal (meaning "Water Palace") is a palace in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake in Jaipur city, the capital of the state of Rajasthan, India. The palace was originally constructed around 1699; the building and the lake around it were later renovated and enlarged in the early 18th century by Maharaja Jai Singh II of…
My Experience with Fundraising on LinkedIn: Part 1
| 16 viewsAs the CEO and Founder of Terramatris, a crypto hedge fund, I've always been keen on leveraging social media to share updates and engage with potential investors. Over the past few months, I've been actively posting updates about Terramatris on LinkedIn. To my pleasant surprise, my followership has started to grow,…
Exploring Real Estate Prices in Riga Compared to Gold: A 2007 vs. 2023 Analysis
| 26 viewsA few days ago, I stumbled upon an article or perhaps a meme on Facebook that suggested the same amount of gold from 100 years ago could buy you real estate today. Intrigued by this claim, I decided to explore further and compare real estate prices in my native Riga to spot gold prices. My findings, particularly when…
May 2024 Stock Portfolio Update ($8,907)
| 34 viewsAt the end of May 2024, the total value of our stock portfolio was USD 8,907 (EUR 8,205). While this represents a slight decrease from the previous month, it is an essential part of our journey towards long-term growth and financial stability. Last month, our portfolios decreased by -155.48 EUR (-1.86%). This drop was…
Why I Decided to Invest in McDonald's Stock
| 3 viewsInvesting in McDonald's stock wasn't something I initially planned, but rather a decision influenced by my family's occasional interactions with the brand. It all started with a simple observation: our kiddo loves Happy Meals. Every time we ordered McDonald's for our child, I saw an opportunity to invest in a company…