Investing Articles

Diversification and rebalancing are keys to long-term returns.

Here we examine some telling patterns in the relation between countries' interest rates and their currency pairs.

This asset class has left much of its unstable past behind. Find out how to invest in it.

The real estate market has changed dramatically in the last few years - don't get caught in the cold.

Determine how fund managers are doing by sizing them up against their peers.

From trading based on weather to the next Hollywood blockbuster, these new derivatives show the investing world's innovation.

We don't often think of Disney and derivatives, but it is one of many companies that use derivatives to hedge risks.

How investment advisors use the wrong benchmarks to make poor performance look good.

These companies may not be flashy but they offer investors structure and diversification.

The U.S. has been running both fiscal and current account deficits for years, but what does it all add up to?

We look at ways in which gambling creeps into trading, and what may drive an individual to trade - or gamble - in the first place.

Purists like physical bullion, but most investors prefer ETFs.

High returns come at a price, but country funds may still be a good bet.

The finances of Portugal, Ireland, Greece and Spain have been in the spotlight lately. Find out how this affects the U.S.

This quarterly survey is crucial for assessing Japan's economic health.

If your career was derailed recently, you're not alone - but these jobs are on the rise.

Sin stocks may seen outright undesirable to some, but these "naughty" industries bring stable returns - even in hard times.

Even natural disasters that take place thousands of miles away can shake up your portfolio here at home.

If you think you know which films will tank and which will soar, this new way to trade could be for you.

A high U.S. unemployment rate may not be as restrictive as you think. Find out where the jobs really are.

How will the fallout from Greece's sovereign debt crisis impact investors on Wall Street and Main Street? Find out here.

Rebalancing your portfolio will protect you from risk and ensure that your investments are performing at their best.

Understanding the business cycle and your own investment style can help you cope with an economic decline.

If you think holding several stocks means you're diversified, think again - there's much more to be done to reduce portfolio risk.

Speculating on new flicks for profit is becoming an important component of Hollywood business.

Decreases in mutual fund classes and the growing use of ETFs means the future of mutual funds will be anything but smooth.

The CFTC is considering reducing the maximum amount of leverage in the forex market to 10:1. Find out what this change would mean for traders.

Not all nations measure their success in dollars and material items - Bhutan, south of China, measures it in happiness.

Before you consider this type of arrangement, you should be aware of how it works, who benefits and the many things that can go wrong.

From the founding of Sin City to the world's largest IPO, find out what historic financial events occurred this week.

We look at past government financial legislation, and see why it just doesn't work.

If you can't predict the future, you'll need to plan ahead to protect your assets from the impact of major world events.

Discover these safe alternatives to Treasury bonds.

New ways to benefit from this industry have emerged over the last few years. The best part is, they're very profitable.

When you're done cleaning out the garage, consider putting some shine on your financial affairs.

Manufacturing output is one of the clearest signs that an economy is recovering from a recession.

Make sure you're getting the best service by staying informed and involved.

Big investors are calling for more regulations, while others are up in arms at the ideas. So who's right?

From comics to records these rare items scored unbeatable returns for those who were able to recognize their value.

In 2009, the list of struggling banks grew by leaps and bounds. Find out which banks are faring the worst in 2010.

Americans love to gamble on sports, but most of the money wagered doesn't come with a receipt - or the backing of the U.S. government.

It is possible to benefit financially from death - without being a character in a murder mystery.

High debt, bad policy bode ill for stocks.

Energy neutral homes are becoming real possibilities, but the financial point of view might not be so optimistic.

From the millionaire boom and the IPO of one of the world's largest companies, read on to find out what significant financial events of the past occurred during this week.

With mounting production problems, it might be time for investors to enjoy some hot cocoa ... investments.

Greece and the other troubled European Union nations are in need of financial reform.

Find out what's making news in the world of finance this week.

Taking control of your portfolio means knowing what orders to use when buying or selling stocks.

If you're just looking to get rich quick, you could end up in the poorhouse.

Even with inflation fears, saving money is still sage advice in a recovering economy.

This idea has been debated for decades, but could it really work? Which countries would benefit? What are the downfalls? How would supply and printing factor in?

The government has made its share of mistakes when it comes to printing money, and the results are collector's items.

Learn why event-driven scalping in the currency market involves balancing fundamentals with technicals.

Have you ever admired a piece of art and wished you had the money to own it? Art funds may be one way to get a stake in this profitable market.

Learn how to tell if a fund in flux is still a suitable investment.

GDP is used to gauge the strength of the economy, but what is it actually measuring?

In the world of finance, March marks the anniversary of a number of important beginnings (and some ends) that have left an indelible print on the market.

Delinquencies, foreclosures likely to put a damper on 2010 recovery.

We provide some classic and lesser-known titles to add to your collection.

Wouldn't it be great to run up charges everywhere and then leave the bill for someone else to pay? That's exactly what happens in the federal government.

We explain what they are, the thinking behind them as well as their results.

Tempting as it is to pass the buck for your losses, the true culprit may be closer to home.

GDP growth is not necessarily a solid indicator of stock market returns in emerging markets. Find out what to watch instead.

Social networks have become popular job-seeking resources. Find out how to use them to your advantage.

Thanks to the SEC you can look at the companies and industries that 5 mega-investors are pouring their billions into.

Leverage is like fire. Find out how to use it to heat up your investing without burning your portfolio.

Though he's an investing icon, critics are pointing to several past events that signal Buffett's reign may be ending.

As time passes, in order to remain profitable, investors need to put certain parts of their portfolio on a diet.

How to play the boom in upscale student housing.

A look back at a volatile decade for investors and what it can teach us going forward.

You may think the recent financial meltdown changed things, but don't be fooled: those unfussy sayings from the Oracle of Omaha still rule.

Seven words that are music to investors' ears? "The dividend check is in the mail."

We may never come to a consensus on what caused the financial collapse, but derivatives definitely share a large part of the blame.

Learn how investors use strategies to reduce the impact of negative events on investments.

Lawmakers slow to act against Wall Street wrongdoing.

Taxes are often a deterrent from investing and saving. These financial practices will bring you no tax grief.

The standard covered call can be used to hedge positions or generate income. This calendar spread may do so more effectively.

Wall Street loves the next hot trend of cloud computing, but is it for real?

New, more precise mutual fund style analysis shows active management still underperforms over time.

This investment guru is still human, and his biggest investing blunders prove it. Find out where he went wrong, and what you can learn from his mistakes.

This instrument of foreign policy and economic pressure is preferred over military action but can still pack a punch.

EU problems are part of a bull market wall of worry.

Find out whether this superstitious belief is worth following or little more than water cooler chatter.

If you had placed these wagers, you would be very rich in 2010.

Don't assume that you can't lose money in this market - you can. Find out how.

This simple example shows how central banks expand the money supply, and why the money supply must grow for the GDP to grow.

They're hard to predict, but commodities cycles provide valuable information for traders.

If you diversify too much, you might not lose much, but you won't gain much either.

Yes, it is possible to consistently beat the stock market.

Learn why early redemption occurs and how to avoid potential losses.

We look at managers that could be poised to deliver market-beating returns in 2010, and how we can participate.

This trading strategy can reduce your risk - but only if you use it effectively.

Renting out your home can be a great way to ride out a real estate slump - if you do it right.

This interest rate forecasting model has helped central banks around the world adjust their rates to balance out inflation.

These companies are saddled with huge debts, but are still operating. How do they manage to stay afloat?

They don't exist, because micro-caps are too small for index funds and ETFs to invest in.