Investing Ideas
The latest on stocks, bonds and funds, plus strategies to help manage your portfolio.
News Article
Investing in the big tech themes of 2019
- By Tae Kim,
- Barron's
- - 12/14/2018
Cloud computing chips, A.I. and digital commerce are leading significant changes across the economy, and their influence is expected to continue. Here's a potential game plan for investors.
News Article
9 stocks that weathered the last bear market
- By James Brumley,
- Kiplinger
- - 12/24/2018
When markets fall, not every stock drops. These nine names had what it took to post gains when the bears hit Wall Street 10 years ago, and in a number of cases, they could survive another prolonged downturn.
News Article
4 housing-sector stocks to consider now
- By Michael Brush,
- MarketWatch
- - 12/22/2018
Investors may be bearish on shares related to housing and home-building, but industry insiders appear to be bullish. Here are names that have gotten support from executive stock purchases.
News Article
Finding the value in low-volatility shares
- By Evie Liu,
- Barron's
- - 12/20/2018
In the market's recent rout, low-volatility stocks have been doing exactly what they're supposed to do: manage the drop a lot better than most other groups. Here's how they're faring.
News Article
7 ETFs that aim for low volatility
- By Kyle Woodley,
- Kiplinger
- - 12/07/2018
Huge swings in the market can really wear an investor down and lead to hasty financial decisions. These seven funds use different strategies to try and help bring a little calm to your portfolio.
Mutual Funds & ETFs
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Overlooked midcaps may look attractive
Among many investors, big and small stocks get all the attention with little consideration paid to the middle. But if you're wanting more value and less risk, these three mid-cap funds may be worth a look. -
11 income-focused sectors for 2019
With volatility on the rise, steady income from yield-bearing investments may be an option worth exploring. Here are 11 different ways to generate income and their potential prospects for this year. -
Countdown to retirement: 1 year away
You're now one year from retirement. Here's a list of the first things you should do. -
A very disciplined approach to choosing stocks
For one stock picker, the funds he manages must follow strict investment parameters, even when he's bearish. That strategy comes with a record that may deserve notice. Here are some names he likes.
Stocks
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Time to focus on protecting your portfolio
For investors who want to add some defensive stocks to their portfolios, here are seven options to consider. -
4 questions to ask this earnings season
After a dismal year for stocks, investors want to know how corporate America really is doing as companies report fourth-quarter results. Here are some of the key issues they may be looking out for. -
Why the signs may not point toward recession
The recent drop in stocks, as well as indications of a slowing economy, are sparking fears of a looming recession. But a close look at some potential triggers shows those worries may be unfounded. -
Gauging the 'January effect' on the markets
The first month of the year is traditionally a favorable one for stocks on Wall Street. With a number of additional positive factors backing it up, the 'January effect' could be even stronger in 2019.
Bonds
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A performance check on rate-hedged bond ETFs
One option for retirees who want to hedge their interest rate exposure is to add specialized bond ETFs to their portfolios. As rates have risen, they look like they may be doing their job. -
Bond strategies to help ease volatility
For strong returns, investors have long favored stocks over bonds. But volatility is back, and your portfolio might benefit from a little diversity. Here are five ways you may add bonds to your mix. -
Bonds expected to hold steady next year
Bonds are doing what they're supposed to: paying interest in full and on time, and there's no reason to quit the market in 2019. -
The Fed’s new short-term strategy
Federal Reserve officials are entering a new phase of policy making, basing their decisions on more immediate signs of economic activity, which could make the direction of interest rates harder to predict.
Investing Strategies
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11 income-focused sectors for 2019
With volatility on the rise, steady income from yield-bearing investments may be an option worth exploring. Here are 11 different ways to generate income and their potential prospects for this year. -
Countdown to retirement: 1 year away
You're now one year from retirement. Here's a list of the first things you should do. -
Countdown to retirement: 5 years away
At 5 years from retirement, you can see the light at the end of the tunnel. Here are the first things to get done. -
Your financial countdown to retirement
As retirement comes into focus, use this list of financial steps to follow 10 years, five years and one year before retirement to prepare for the transition.
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