Rates must go substantially higher before bonds can challenge the return on stocks.
With more oversight from Washington, we wouldn’t need to care so much about the euro-zone crisis.
Apple's sky-high valuation and Facebook's IPO are more telling of "animal spirits" than another pending market collapse.
The government no longer issues paper bonds, so you'll have to open an account online.
Kathy Kristof invests her real money to help you be a better investor. Her latest buys protect her portfolio from rising prices.
Many economists fear inflation will come roaring back soon. These strategies can shield your retirement income just in case.
A new ETF tracks the recommendations of Morningstar’s superb stock analysts -- just the thing for a nervous market.
The stock has stumbled recently, but the company appears to be doing just fine, and we expect a refill of stock value soon.
Amazon.com dominates the industry, but other Web-based stores are also worth a look.
It's not that the rules changed. It's more that strategies for long-term growth have always been riskier than we like to think.
I've made the stocks of both AIG and GM top-ten holdings because I see them as classic values.
No set amount automatically raises alarms, but several pay practices are red flags.
Oakmark International's David Herro has the record to back up his bullish stance on big, multinational companies.
You don't have to give up performance to invest with your conscience.
Facing big challenges and limited resources, the SEC struggles to keep the markets safe for investors.
From the great crash to the flash crash: a timeline of the Securities and Exchange Commission.
You don't have to sell right away, but you'll do better with Ginnie Maes and junk bonds with short maturities.
The types of ETFs offered commission-free differ by firm, so sort through the options carefully.
The popular social network’s disappointing first-quarter earnings report suggest that its initial public offering may not be a sure thing.
No matter what the Supreme Court decides about health care reform, shares of some insurers should offer healthy returns.
Economist Ian Shepherdson makes a compelling case for why we can expect 300,000-plus new jobs each month by this summer.
The best approach is to invest in large, high-quality energy firms run by experienced managers.
This fund's performance has been impressive, but its manager's silence makes it hard to recommend.
Citi's chief U.S. stock strategist predicts a "raging bull" market within the next year or so.
Microsoft is a deal, but some social media firms will go bust.
This lame-duck Congress will have big issues to tackle in little time. Feathers are sure to fly.
There are resources to help you track down bonds and get paid if they've matured.
Outsize three-year mutual fund returns are no longer dragged down by the 2008 stock market crash.
As more Americans invest in their wheels, automakers, dealerships and manufacturers can do well for investors.
Investing in initial public offerings is a loser’s game. And the new JOBS law makes them even worse.
Academic research shows that private equity produces stronger and more-resilient companies.
Unless some Annaly trader screws up, the good times will continue to roll for the real estate investment trust -- at least through 2013.
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The shares of these major credit-card companies have rebounded nicely after faltering through the financial crisis.
We're raising our forecast for 2012 gains, but there are plenty of risks.
Expect crazy volatility to continue. But if you can hang on, you should be rewarded.
Investors can find lots of new opportunities to earn income these days. Not all of them make sense for your portfolio.
After trailing their small-cap brethren for years, it’s time for stocks of large companies to shine. The bigger the better.
The department store chain has thrived in a tough climate for retailers that cater to middle-income consumers.