This week, Vic and Soph are jumping from investing confidence to global headlines—and back again. They kick things off with a reminder about The Curve’s beginner bootcamp (starting June 30!), perfect if you’ve been putting off learning how to invest.They also chat through the world’s first-ever dad strike in the UK, rising tensions in the Middle East and what it means for oil prices and your portfolio, AMEX’s new fee hike, Gen Z’s love of credit cards, and Nintendo’s latest boom.Plus: vintage fashion obsessions, podcast photo fails, and a few too many thoughts on thirst traps. ________________Raising the Curve: 114 - Work Life Balance And Working Out What Is Important________________WTF Does That Mean? A Guide to All the Jargony BitsInvesting BootcampA four-week course by The Curve for beginners to learn personal finance and investing, including live sessions and community access.Dad StrikeA UK protest where fathers are demanding more paid parental leave—currently only two weeks are offered.Middle East TensionsOngoing conflict affecting oil supply, leading to higher prices and market volatility.Global DiversificationInvesting across different countries to reduce risk, especially during geopolitical instability.AMEX (American Express)A premium credit card company that’s recently increased its annual fees.Nintendo SurgeA major share price jump after the launch of Nintendo’s new gaming console.Vintage FashionPre-loved clothing finds—Vic shares her new appreciation for it.Thirst TrapsPhotos meant to attract attention; Soph and Vic reflect on past photo shoot moments.________________Leave us a message on The Curve Hotline 💌☎️________________For more from The Curve:Investing ClubWebsiteInstagramYouTubeTikTokNewsletter________________Disclaimer: Raising The Curve has been prepared solely for informational and educational purposes. Any information provided and serviced described in this website are intended to be of general nature and provide general information only. The opinions expressed by The Curve do not constitute investment advice.
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