While You Gawk at a Rich Man's Tesla Wreck, I'm Eyeing the Bonds

Here's why interest rates are more important for the overall market than one stock, even a really popular one.

Should Old Acquaintance Be Forgot? In the Case of 2022, Absolutely!

It has been a rough year for investors no matter which way they turned.

Let's Talk Tax-Loss Harvesting, Muni Closed-End Funds and MLPs, Shall We?

It's time to figure out what should stay and what should go from your portfolio as we wrap up 2022 and look ahead to 2023.

Don't Push the Dow Too Hard

The index is looking fragile. Also, let's check bonds, the buck, volatility and new highs.

15 Top Funds for Income Investors

Five leading income specialists select their three favorite funds that are well-positioned in a higher rate environment.

A Big Fourth-Quarter Rally Is Possible, But It Will Be a Head Fake in the End

A new bull market cannot emerge until the Fed articulates its intent to keep rates steady as it fights inflation.

Bond Market Liquidity: Even I'm Concerned

It is in the best interests of everyone to see bond markets normalize.

Whether You're Talking Stocks or Bonds, It's Hard to Fight the Bear

The bear clearly has the upper hand, though that doesn't mean it isn't worth stalking bullish reversals in both asset classes.

5 Favorite Closed-End Funds for Retirees and Income Seekers

These CEFs invested in diversified areas offer reliable streams of income and attractive yields.

Dip Buyers Need to Identify the Market's Direction and Go With That Flow

The iShares 20+Year Treasury Bond ETF and Invesco QQQ Trust serve as examples of why to follow that advice.