Investment Outlook: S&P Downgrade Doesn’t Change a Thing
More bad news is on the way, but there are smart moves investors can make now.
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Investment Strategies for a Broke America
Conflicts over taxes, spending and entitlements will very likely continue for decades – and transform the outlook for investing.
Two Promising Telecoms with 5%-Plus Yields
The spectacular success of Apple’s iPhone is spilling over to the telecoms that provide wireless service – particularly the two giants in the business, AT&T and Verizon. This gives rise to an excellent opportunity for long-term investors, since both stocks provide generous yields of 5.2% or more.
What the Latest Apple Earnings Report Means
I’ve recently had to upgrade my five-year-old computer equipment, so I’ve been hanging out a lot at the local Apple store. And I’ve been struck once again by just how well designed Apple’s products are. Admittedly, the iPad seems like a solution in search of a problem – I’m still not quite sure what to do with the one I …
Consumer Debt: How Do You Compare?
After cutting back for three years, Americans are feeling more relaxed about borrowing and have started increasing their debt levels again. Is that smart? And how does your own financial situation compare?
Big Oil: Synergy is Dead
U.S. oil companies seem to be giving up on synergy, spinning off their refining businesses so that they can focus on oil production. Conoco, which I previously recommended, announced yesterday that it would split in two, thereby …
Google Soars
Google shares shot up more than 12% in after-hours trading on Thursday following the company’s report of surprisingly good second-quarter earnings. Results were far stronger than analysts expected, with both revenue and net income increasing more than 32%. Cash and marketable securities rose to more than $39 billion, compared with debt …
Why Real Estate May Be The Buying Opportunity of the Decade
There’s a convincing argument that real estate is today’s best long-term buy.
The 4% Myth: Where the Wisdom on Retirement Goes Wrong
The conventional thinking on spending money in retirement isn't really true.
9 Stocks That Will Thrive In Up and Down Markets
This simple portfolio with a dozen holdings offers steady income and low risk.
Getting Ready for a Black Swan
The biggest stock market surprise could be an unexpected economic rebound.
Running Away from Treasuries
If, as some are saying, the long-term safety of U.S. Treasury bonds can no longer be counted on, the rules of investing will need to be rewritten.