Following a record-breaking April, stock prices rose even more sharply in May. This was reflected in the returns of the Peaks portfolios.

Despite the Iran conflict and uncertainty over inflation, the Peaks portfolios had a fantastic month.

The current events in the Middle East had investors worried, but news of a ceasefire reversed the sentiment.

Time to celebrate: Peaks has won another Golden Bull award! For the second year in a row, we’ve been named the ‘Best-Rated Investment Platform’ in the Netherlands.

February was a quiet month on the stock market until the US and Israel jointly attacked Iran. For investors, the best approach is not to get carried away by the turmoil.

The stock market is in the red, but don't let that fool you. Read why staying calm is the best tactic and why the stock market always recovers.

Stock markets broke through magical barriers and the “Emerging Markets” ETF stole the show in the Peaks portfolios.

2025 was a bumpy ride with an anticlimactic ending. Analysts are predicting three scenarios for 2026.

The US economy didn't have a great month, and Europe saw mixed results.

Despite the US government shutdown in October, a Fed's intervention led to increased stock values.

You don't find space technology only in outer space: on Earth, too, you come across it. And with Peaks, you can now even invest in it!

Ever heard of an S&P 500 ETF? In this article we explain what it is and how you can invest in it.

With an FTSE All-World ETF, you invest in virtually the entire world economy.

Ever heard of a NASDAQ-100 ETF? In this article, we explain what it is and how you can invest in it.

You can customise your investments in the Peaks app with the 'Build Your Own Portfolio' feature. In this blog, we explain exactly how it works and which ETFs, ETPs and asset classes you can choose from.

DAX ETFs are especially interesting if you believe in the strength of the German economy and want to invest your money for the long term in a broadly diversified way.

A money market fund is an investment fund that invests in very short-term and low-risk financial instruments. These come from the money market, which is a part of the financial system where institutions such as banks, companies or governments lend and borrow money for short periods.

Passive investing is a long-term investment approach that focuses on building wealth gradually. Instead of trying to pick winning stocks or time the market, passive investors typically buy broadly diversified, low-cost funds—such as index funds or ETFs—that track the performance of a market index.

Green energy is no longer just a trend – it’s a global megatrend. More and more people want to live more sustainably and invest more sustainably. That’s why many eventually find themselves looking into renewable energy ETFs.

 As we enter a period of economic uncertainty, we see more and more people turning to gold investing. This time round, however, investing in gold isn’t just reserved for the wealthy. Nowadays, just like with many types of investing, investing in gold is accessible to average people like you and I. 

Is your head spinning from all the different costs of living, allowances and benefits attached to being a Netherlands resident? Use our pre-filled Excel template to track incoming and outgoing money!

Having a clear overview of your finances is key to success. In this blog, we’ll explain how much of your hard-earned money you should ideally save and how much you can spend right away.

Even if you're not a fan of budgeting, you can use the 50-30-20 rule to get a grip on your spending and put money aside in investments or savings.

Handling money well is worth its weight in gold. Schools generally teach children little about money, so it often becomes the parents' responsibility. In this blog we list a few smart tips for both educators and children.

Here are the nine best money-saving tips for parents: from free babysitting to free activities

What does a sabbatical, buying a house or early retirement cost? And how would you go about planning for these things financially?

When investing, starting early is important. Younger investors have time on their side and time in the market beats timing the market, as the saying goes!

Albert Einstein called the return-on-return effect the eighth wonder of the world. What is this mysterious term and why is it so important for investors?

An overview of financial terms that will help you gain a better understanding of your finances.