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Gauging the 'January effect' on the markets
- By Jessica Menton,
- The Wall Street Journal
- - 01/07/2019
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.
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Shaking off Big Tech’s big troubles
- By David Streitfeld,
- The New York Times News Service
- - 01/01/2019
Amid a spate of stock drops, hacks and privacy concerns, 2018 was a year Big Tech may want to forget. But if you’re expecting the industry heavyweights to lie low in 2019, you might want to think again.
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Gold could hold its strength in 2019
- By Myra P. Saefong,
- Barron's
- - 12/20/2018
The precious metal gained momentum in the last quarter of 2018, and if stocks stay volatile into the coming year, investors may continue to rely on gold as a perceived hedge against market instability.
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There's more to tech than the FAANGs
- By Paul R. La Monica,
- CNN Business
- - 12/11/2018
The recent tech selloff is a lesson in what happens when everyone owns just a few stocks. One fund manager says investors should look beyond the five FAANGs and consider some other names.
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A rocky path for stocks may lie ahead
- By Akane Otani,
- The Wall Street Journal
- - 01/01/2019
Many analysts see the S&P 500 rising higher in 2019, but they don't expect it to be easy. The economy is showing signs of slowing as the Fed tightens, which could put a strain on the future of the bull market.
Stocks for investing in the cloud
Cloud computing is still one of technology’s hottest growth areas, but not every is company is worthy of the buzz. These stocks may be worth a close look as the industry enters its next phase.
10 stocks to consider in the new year
Even after a disappointing end to 2018, U.S. stocks could be worth another look in the coming year. Here are some names to consider, most trading for 10 times forward earnings or less.
This year’s buybacks could beat 2018’s record
2018 was a banner year for share repurchases, with corporate America setting levels not seen before. If a number of market headwinds subside, companies could set a new high in 2019.
The power of peers on your investing choices
New data shows that your risk tolerance may be influenced by where you live and who you socialize with. While no investor is an island, it may be a good idea to go your own way.
Valuations are at lowest level in half a decade
Expected moderation from earnings growth was unable to offset much stronger downward momentum in global equity markets this year, making stocks look their cheapest since 2012.
5 retirement issues couples need to discuss
A lot of things go unsaid among couples, but here’s one thing that shouldn’t: retirement age. Here are five things financial advisers suggest they should consider first.
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