Mehmet E. Akgul

Mehmet brings a wealth of expertise to BrightHedge, covering investment, financial analysis, and market trends. With over 15 years of experience in portfolio management, business consulting, risk management, and accounting, he has honed his skills working with leading financial firms in the United States and Turkey.

As a Chartered Financial Analyst and Certified Public Accountant, Mehmet is an active member of the CFA Society of New York and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. He holds a master’s degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

With his vast knowledge and passion for finance, Mehmet is committed to delivering exceptional insights and analysis to our readers at BrightHedge.

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Financial Goals

Achieving Financial Goals: A Practical Guide to Financial Success

Achieving Financial Goals: A Practical Guide to Financial Success Setting and reaching financial goals is an integral part of achieving financial success. By understanding the importance of budgeting, financial planning, and goal-setting, we can create a more secure and prosperous future for ourselves. In this blog post, we will discuss practical steps to set realistic …
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Harry M. Markowitz cartoon

Naïve Diversification and Regret When Investing

Naïve Diversification and Regret When Investing It’s no secret that diversification, regular portfolio updates, rebalancing illiquid holdings, and evaluating risk-adjusted performance are essential components of successful investing. But do financial experts consistently practice what they preach? The answer might surprise you. As you may guess from the beginning of the article they don’t. Jason Zweig, …
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William Sharpe

The Sharpe Ratio: A Valuable Tool with Limitations Investors Should Consider

The Sharpe Ratio: A Valuable Tool with Limitations Investors Should Consider The Sharpe ratio, a widely recognized financial metric, helps investors evaluate the risk-adjusted performance of an investment. Developed in 1966 by Nobel Laureate William Sharpe, this popular tool has limitations. In this article, we’ll explore the Sharpe ratio, its benefits, and the potential pitfalls …
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Onion Futures

The Great Onion Scandal: How the Onion Futures Ban Impacts Producers and Consumers Today

The Great Onion Scandal: How the Onion Futures Ban Impacts Producers and Consumers Today Did you know that trading onion futures contracts is prohibited for investors? That’s right – out of all the commodities, onions hold a unique position in the world of futures trading. This blog post will explore the fascinating history behind the …
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Demystifying the World of Stock Market Indices

Demystifying the World of Stock Market Indices: S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones

Demystifying the World of Stock Market Indices: S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones Welcome to our comprehensive guide on demystifying the world of stock market indices! If you’re an investor or simply someone curious about the financial markets, understanding the intricacies of major indices like the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, and Dow Jones Industrial Average …
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Quarterly vs Semiannually Reporting

Short-Term Perspective and Quarterly Reporting – Any Correlation?

Short-Term Perspective and Quarterly Reporting – Any Correlation? On August 17, 2018, President Trump proposed that public companies release their financial statements semi-annually instead of quarterly. While some business leaders support this proposal, others worry that it could undermine transparency in financial markets. He asked the Securities and Exchange Commission to assess the current quarterly …
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