Investing Ideas
Recently featured stock, bond and fund articles, selected by our financial news editors
News Article
Searching for higher dividend yields that don’t spell danger
- By Lawrence C. Strauss,
- Barron's
- - 04/24/2022
A stock yield of 5% or higher can be a warning sign, but with some due diligence, you may be able to find solid income generators. These five names may fit the bill.
News Article
If you’re looking for a hedge against uncertainty, consider these 3 gold stocks
- By Alex Sirois,
- InvestorPlace
- - 04/22/2022
When inflation and volatility rise, many investors turn to gold for its perceived safety. Here’s how you can get exposure through these three names.
News Article
Searching for quality food stocks without paying a premium
- By Teresa Rivas,
- Barron's
- - 08/18/2022
Many food producers have stood out during the recent market dip. Here are four names with the potential for earnings growth that may still look like bargains.
News Article
3 dividend payers that grew their profits during the last big downturn
- By Bob Ciura,
- InvestorPlace
- - 04/08/2022
If you’re worried about a recession, it might be a good idea to look at companies that managed their way through the last one. Here are three to consider.
News Article
Looking for the right opportunities in a tough market for bonds
- By Andrew Bary,
- Barron's
- - 04/08/2022
It may take some courage to invest in fixed income these days, but there might still be some pockets of strength. Here are 14 options to explore for yield.
Mutual Funds & ETFs
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Why gold prices aren’t falling as interest rates rise
When rates go up, gold normally becomes less attractive to yield-seeing investors, but the current spate of inflation is disrupting that narrative. Here’s how that’s happening. -
10 ETFs to diversify your investment mix and spread out risk
Choosing from a broad range of categories is a fundamental way for long-term investors to hedge against market swings. These 10 funds could be candidates for that strategy. -
Bond ETFs for fixed-income investors who are taking a longer view
The threat that inflation and interest rates pose to bond prices could ease later this year, which could make it a good idea to check out these five funds right now. -
Giving your investment mix a smoother ride with international bonds
Even experienced investors get confused by the global fixed-income market. But a little careful planning could help them find the right place in your portfolio.
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. -
Searching for quality food stocks without paying a premium
Many food producers have stood out during the recent market dip. Here are four names with the potential for earnings growth that may still look like bargains. -
Dividend growth stocks that could help you ride out volatility
Investors may need to brace for more market swings, which can make high-quality income shares worth a good look. These seven names in the growth space might qualify. -
What you should know about these savings bonds with nearly 10% interest rates
As inflation soars to new highs, many savers are turning to Series I bonds from the U.S. Treasury for their high rates and near-guaranteed safety of government backing.
Bonds
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Video: A call for municipal bonds in the current fixed-income market
Of all the choices for bond investors, Kathy Jones of Charles Schwab says she likes quality munis, and she’s not crazy about high-yield because of where we are in the cycle. -
Video: Going long on bonds ahead of a peak in interest rates
David Bailin of Citi Global Wealth Investments says ‘bonds are back,’ and his team has changed its asset allocation to go long on long-duration in its core portfolios. -
These U.S. savings bonds promise nearly 10% interest
It sounds simple: I Bonds guarantee an interest rate that will rise to almost 10%. Understanding how, when and how much of them to buy, however, can get tricky. -
Bond ETFs for fixed-income investors who are taking a longer view
The threat that inflation and interest rates pose to bond prices could ease later this year, which could make it a good idea to check out these five funds right now.
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. -
Searching for quality food stocks without paying a premium
Many food producers have stood out during the recent market dip. Here are four names with the potential for earnings growth that may still look like bargains. -
Dividend growth stocks that could help you ride out volatility
Investors may need to brace for more market swings, which can make high-quality income shares worth a good look. These seven names in the growth space might qualify.
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