Investing Ideas
Recently featured stock, bond and fund articles, selected by our financial news editors
News Article
These 6 companies have all said they’ll raise their dividends
- By Lawrence C. Strauss,
- Barron's
- - 09/27/2021
McDonald’s, Lockheed Martin and ConocoPhillips are among the half a dozen names that have announced they’re raising their quarterly payouts to investors.
News Article
Paying down debt or investing: This rule can help you prioritize
- Fidelity Viewpoints
- - 10/01/2021
If you’re wondering what’s the best way to use your money, this simple rule of thumb can help you decide whether to invest or take some debt off your books.
News Article
5 ways to make gold a part of your investment mix
- By James Royal,
- Bankrate.com
- - 09/17/2021
When markets swing, investors sometimes look to gold as a safe haven. Whether you’re interested in buying it directly or through other means, here are five ways to do it.
News Article
Some dividend ‘Aristocrats’ may be safer than others
- By Lawrence C. Strauss,
- Barron's
- - 09/27/2021
If a company has raised its dividend for 25 years straight, chances are good it’s safe. These six companies might see even less chance of a cut in their payouts to investors.
News Article
What investors should know about the ‘bankification’ of fintech lenders
- By Telis Demos,
- The Wall Street Journal
- - 09/18/2021
A number of digital lending companies are in the process of shifting to a more traditional banking model, and the trend may be having a positive influence on their shares.
Mutual Funds & ETFs
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5 ways to invest for income and help grow your retirement portfolio
An income portfolio that provides long-term sustainability is important for retirement-focused investors. These stock and fund choices could help boost your retirement income. -
Finding flexible ways to generate income when interest rates are low
In today’s low-rate environment, yield seekers need to look beyond bonds. For one fund manager, that means they need to consider a diverse mix of securities. -
Inflation fears are sparking interest in this popular hedge
When rising prices seem possible, many investors turn to Treasury inflation-protected securities (TIPS). One approach is through mutual funds and ETFs. Here are some options. -
Some fund managers are bringing their active management star power to ETFs
Now that active nontransparent ETFs have been flooding the market, it's important to understand how they work and how they differ from their mutual fund counterparts.
Stocks
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Strategies for international investing in a COVID world
The pandemic may have caused global disruptions for supplies and travelers, but the long-term outlook for international stocks may be positive. -
5 ways to invest for income and help grow your retirement portfolio
An income portfolio that provides long-term sustainability is important for retirement-focused investors. These stock and fund choices could help boost your retirement income. -
Finding flexible ways to generate income when interest rates are low
In today’s low-rate environment, yield seekers need to look beyond bonds. For one fund manager, that means they need to consider a diverse mix of securities. -
7 stocks that may be trading at a significant discount right now
If you’re looking to diversify and stabilize your portfolio, value investing can be part of that plan. These seven names land in that space and may look like bargains as well.
Bonds
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Looking for fair yields in a world of low interest rates
As the pandemic persists, it doesn’t look like interest rates will see a significant rise, so you may want to stick with well-established bond funds. Here are four to think about. -
The biggest risks and rewards of investing in corporate bonds
For investors wanting a higher return than might be available on a CD, corporate bonds make a compelling option. But it's worth knowing their advantages and disadvantages. -
Understanding how higher interest rates can impact your investments
As the economy gets back on track, there’s a good chance that rates will start to rise again. Here’s how that could affect the assets you hold in your portfolio. -
Why bonds could still play a critical role in your investment mix
Even if they lack the income-generating power they once had, bonds can still blunt the impact of falling stock prices in your portfolio. Here’s a look at their potential benefits.
Investing Strategies
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Strategies for international investing in a COVID world
The pandemic may have caused global disruptions for supplies and travelers, but the long-term outlook for international stocks may be positive. -
How government infrastructure spending could create investing opportunities
Both sides in Washington want to see more spending on the nation’s transportation, utility and broadband systems. Here are some investing ideas that could give you exposure. Fidelity Infrastructure Fund, Fidelity Select Industrials Portfolio, Fidelity Infrastructure Fund and Fidelity Water Sustainability Fund are all cited without being named as recommendations. -
Portfolio protection against inflation
Inflation isn’t just something to think about now. It can also have a long-term effect on your investment plan. Here are a few steps you might take to counteract its effects. -
Finding flexible ways to generate income when interest rates are low
In today’s low-rate environment, yield seekers need to look beyond bonds. For one fund manager, that means they need to consider a diverse mix of securities.
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