At the beginning of the month, President Trump announced tariffs on countries around the world, including a 20% tariff on imports from the EU. The impact of these tariffs has led to market volatility, as countries affected consider their responses and markets grapple...
Americans considering investing in Euros should weigh the potential benefits of exposure to Europe's diverse markets against risks including currency fluctuations, growth potential, and regulatory and tax regime differences. Understanding the intricacies of investing...
US markets are the largest and most dynamic in the world, offering a wealth of opportunities for investors. If you're a European investor looking to invest in the US, you're in the right place. Whether you're interested in stocks, ETFs, mutual funds, or real estate,...
Since 2018, all EU residents, including US expats living within the EU, must adhere to new EU-wide regulations known as PRIIPs under MiFID II. These rules aim to enhance the transparency of financial products and protect EU resident investors. In this article, we...
In recent years, partially thanks to great visa and tax break programs, Portugal has become a leading destination in Europe for US citizens seeking to move abroad. By 2022, nearly 10,000 Americans were residing in the country, representing a 239% increase since 2017,...
Moving abroad triggers unexpected financial challenges for Americans. One such hurdle many expats face is the potential closure of their US brokerage accounts, as most US brokers won’t work with non-US residents, while those that will accept expat clients often limit...
UPDATE - Spain's Golden Visa Scheme officially ended on April 3rd 2025. Spain has recently been heralded as the best destination in the world for expats. Spain's Golden Visa program, also known as Spain’s investor visa, was initiated in 2013 and is issued to non-EU...
As we reflect on the final quarter of 2023, it's evident that the period was marked by a complex interplay of factors influencing both the US stock market and the broader economy. This summary provides an overview of the key trends, market movements, policy decisions,...
While living as an American expat in the EU is an amazing experience, it can be challenging financially, including managing your investments. In this article, we look at some essential considerations when managing a cross-border investment portfolio for Americans...
Diversification when investing is arguably more important as a risk management strategy for Americans living in Europe than if you live in the States. This is because there are additional factors to consider as an expat investor, including which country to invest in,...
Shane Clark is President of EuroAmerican Financial Advisors and holds the European Financial Planner (EFP) designation, specializing in financial planning and investment advice for Americans moving to or living in Europe. Shane has over 10 years of cross-border financial advisory experience, has been an expat for 15 years, and holds an MSc in Financial Economics and an MPhil in Economics from the University of Strathclyde.
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