Despite the troubled economy, Wharton professor Jeremy J. Siegel says, U.S. companies continue to post steady profits, and with the market down, their stocks could be great buys.

+ OPENING SHOT: Find Refuge with These Health Care Stocks

The latest market selloff affords you an opportunity to pick up relatively cheap shares of these high-quality companies.

+ OPENING SHOT: 12 Magnificent Stocks for Rocky Markets

Senior Editor Jeffrey R. Kosnett says, hold Treasuries, buy investment-grade corporate and municipal bonds.

+ After the Vote: Your Investing Guide to the Federal Debt Deal

A lower debt rating is mainly a blow to the nation's confidence, but that could still hurt. Here’s how the downgrade will work itself through the financial landscape.

+ PRACTICAL ECONOMICS: China Will Likely Hold Its Treasuries

In times of panic, shrewd investors may find an opportunity to buy stocks on sale.

+ How Media Excess Can Mess With Your Wealth

Knight Kiplinger shares fundamental lessons for building and maintaining a sense of financial security in your life.

America’s debt situation has changed. With S&P's downgrade of the U.S.' credit rating, we’re belatedly accepting the truth.

A well-regarded manager, Jeffrey Gundlach is not surprised by the current market turmoil; his fund has been ready to cope with such hard times.

With gold's price rising beyond $1,800 an ounce, you may be tempted to add some to your portfolio. Before you do, take our quiz to find out how much you know about the shiny stuff.

On Facebook, we asked you for your thoughts about the downgrading of U.S. debt and how it's affected your investing strategy. Here are your comments.