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4 Most-Dangerous Words on Wall Street: A Correction Is Due
Calling for a correction at this point is easy, but it comes with a sizable opportunity cost. Ignore the anticipatory bears and stay focused on the individual stocks.
Seasonal Trends Are Pushing the Market Up
Minor pullbacks could be nice buying chances.
Will the Fed Have the Guts to Ease Off Now?
The Fed has done what was necessary and now is on hold for the foreseeable future.
Why You Shouldn't Buy BRICS Funds Anymore
BRICS are more important now than when the concept was coined two decades ago, but only thanks to outperformers China and India. Investors should look no further for growth.
Bulls vs. Bears: The Battle May Soon Be Won
There was no shortage of good news last that allowed futures traders bring the market back to the top end of its range. Despite all this, the market has still not been able to break to new highs.
This Bargain Stock Has Decades of History, Promise of Big Returns
Invesco's stock is cheap, and its 31-cent quarter cash dividend provided an almost 8.2% current yield at $15.15.
I Read the Fed Minutes. Here's Why I'm Concerned
My advice after diving into the 15-page document: Tighten your exposure to stocks, and don't even consider selling your bonds.
We'll Rise (and Fall) Again
Despite the inverted-yield curve hysteria, the indicators show we should rally and come down again.
Inverted-Yield Curve Isn't Really Such a Curve Ball
Why this much-hyped move isn't so special and how to play it to your advantage.
7 Mutual Funds That Specialize in Turnaround Stocks
What makes turnarounds a profitable investing niche is that most investors avoid these securities.
Open Door to Dividends With These REITs
If interest rates go lower, that will likely jump-start investor demand for quality dividend companies -- looking to these real estate investment trusts is a good bet.
Will Earnings Season Upset This Complacent Market?
The indices are in good shape technically, although there was choppy and inconsistent action under the surface Thursday.
Buy Stocks at a Big Discount With These 7 Closed-End Funds
Closed-end funds provide several benefits to investors over mutual funds.
Here's What to Buy If You Don't 'Sell in May'
A look at summer trading patterns, the 'Sell in May' adage and the best-performing sector ETFs between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
A Slowdown in China Is Bad News for Global Equity Bulls
With MSCI increasing the weight of domestic Chinese stocks in its global index weighting, what happens in China does not stay in China.
Late-Day Buying Does Little to Counter Negative Breadth
We would need to see some improvement in breadth and bullish technical violations on increased volume to become more encouraged.
Income Strategies for Volatile Times: Munis, Treasuries and Bond Ladders
There are an array of low-risk, fixed-income opportunities to consider for investors seeking shelter from a stormy market.
11 Favorite Funds and ETFs for Global Diversification
Mutual funds and ETFs are particularly well suited for those seeking to add global exposure to their portfolios.
5 Reasons I Am Now in the Risk-Off Camp
Why I believe it's time to take profits and reduce risk.
How to Allocate Your Income-Generating Assets Now
My 'Hopium/Doomium' model has stood the test of time.
Don't Go With the Flow: There Are Better Places to Invest Than High Yield
What I would rather invest in to get similar yields.
These Intriguing ETFs Are on the Cutting Edge of Disruptive Technologies
Ark Invest has developed a series of specialized exchange-traded funds that own shares in companies involved in 'disruptive innovation.'
3 Dividend Funds Worthy of Your Attention
The three offer high levels of dividend income, potential for strong total returns and invest in assets I like.
2 Stellar Charts To Watch This Week
Keep an eye on resistance and define risk on XLB and AMD.
11 Ways to Invest in Emerging Markets Through ETFs and Funds
These expert picks offer exposure to the many potential opportunities in emerging markets.
Market Movements Are More Logical Than You Might Think
Want to outperform the market? Ride out temporary ups and downs, and try to stay 100% invested.
Investors Fear Missing Out as Momentum Takes S&P 500 higher
Equity markets can continue to move up and regain lost performance -- valuations are supportive and company's earnings are not as bad as feared.
This Market May Just Be in an Uptrend: Market Recon
This is the kind of reversal that happens in a bull market.
Wild Ride Ahead: 2019 Begins With a Bearish Bent
The markets will continue to be volatile as global economic data shows bearish signs into the start of the new year.
Good News Flow Will Give Way to Portfolio Adjustments as We Close a Losing Year
Market action today is about positioning and portfolio adjustments for 2019.