Investopedia Celebrates 25th Year Of Helping Readers Build Wealth

Twenty-five years is a long time to do anything, especially on the internet. Since 1999, Investopedia has maintained a clear and consistent mission: to teach people how to make financial decisions for themselves, their families, and their businesses, and to help them build their wealth through saving and investing. 

Founded in Edmonton, Alberta, at the peak of the dot-com bubble, our founders recognized a  growing need for smart, unbiased information that demystified the financial world and helped people understand how the stock market worked. They devised a simple, yet smart idea to create an encyclopedia of financial terms alongside test-prep materials for securities exams, aiding readers in securing careers in finance. They also came up with a terrific name for their website, which has endured for over a quarter of a century. 

For the past twenty-five years, we have been a trusted resource for millions of people searching for answers to their money-related questions. We’ve had a front-row seat to our readers’ financial dreams, worries, goals, and hurdles. By observing their learning journey alongside every tick of the capital markets, we’ve gained some unique insights that we’re excited to share.

First, our list of the most popular financial terms over the past 25 years represents some of our readers’ top searches on Investopedia since 1999. It’s not surprising that many of these terms align with significant developments, trends, and financial news stories over this period.

Next, our compilation of the most important financial events of the past 25 years weaves together a timeline of key moments that shaped the global financial system and our relationship to money today.

Finally, our overview of the most impactful financial innovations of the past 25 years demonstrates how technology has transformed the way we grow and spend our money.

While we look back at our journey since 1999, you’ll also see a few predictions from some of our favorite financial futurists too. With a simple mission and an inspired team that cares deeply about extending financial education as far and wide as possible, we can’t wait for the next 25 years.

We’re grateful that you are on this journey with us. Here’s to the next 25.

-Caleb Silver
Editor-in-Chief, Investopedia