Investing Articles

ETNs offer yet another way to track an index. Find out what they have to offer, and what's at stake.

Hedge funds earn big returns for investors. Find out how they do it and whether you can too.

Increase your returns by creating the right balance of both these risk measures.

Here are four quick and easy ways to up your spending money.

Think beyond your borders to reduce the impact of local market downturns.

Investing in sovereign credit can be a dicey affair. Learn if you should take the risk.

Twenty-somethings are in a prime position to enter the investing world. Find out why.

Discover a new financial instrument that provides great opportunities for both hedging and speculation.

Investing is not only for yuppies and rich old men. Start investing early to protect your future.

Gold did something very different from what was predicted. Find out why holding gold is a fickle relationship.

Spot a rotten investment before you get seduced by its sweet promise of profit.

Find out the size and causes of ETF tracking errors and which funds are at risk.

Learn about the history of the World Economic Forum and the issues driving the 2012 conference in Davos.

It's impossible to avoid disaster without trading rules - make sure you know how to devise them for yourself.

Private Equity might be a pricey investment, but returns are on the rise and the payoff could be big.

Knowing what the company's financial statements mean will help you to analyze your investments.

This form of executive compensation can pose serious risks for investors.

Socially responsible investing has been growing in popularity. Discover if it's the right strategy for you.

The euro was designed to create economic parity among eurozone nations. Discover where it's going and where it's been.

Providing information on stocks that would otherwise not be available, fee-based research plays an important but complicated role in the market.

Narrowing down your choices is the first step to finding a winning fund.

Find out how to adjust your portfolio when the market fluctuates to increase your potential return.

We list some options other than mutual funds for your retirement plan.

The foreign tax credit provides a break on investment income made and taxed in a foreign country.

The gaming market has a rich history in America, from lotteries in colonial settlements and card games in old west saloons to today's multibillion-dollar casino industry.

If you're looking to have some bonds in your portfolio for 2012, we tell you what to look for.

The unique tax advantages offered by these investments can translate into superior yields.

Actively managed ETFs offer increased earnings, but are the cons worth the potential payoff?

Comparing the structure of mutual funds and ETFs can help you decide which is right for your portfolio.

Discover how banks and financial institutions use economic capital to enhance risk management.

Despite investor distrust, rating agencies can be helpful. Just be sure you use these ratings as a starting point.

Learn about different investment strategies and how to pick the right one for you.

As the White House Summer Jobs Initiative takes effect, we look at the benefits of collaboration between for and nonprofit ventures.

Learn which countries are included in the PIIGS and why they are grouped together.

Learn how the herd is almost always wrong, or at least late in jumping on the bandwagon.

Discover how a recent study indicates that many advisors do not increase investment returns.

Find out whether a fund's performance is a result of the manager's abilities, or just a fluke.

Learn how the writings of John Burr Williams and Harry Markowitz led to the creation of the investment portfolio.

These coupon bonds are transferable, negotiable and anonymous - so why aren't they sold in the U.S.?

We give you seven guidelines to help you keep more of your money in your pocket.

Discover how to start building a portfolio and how to manage it for the best results.

Discover the advantages of a security that tracks bond index funds, but trades like a stock.

Government benefits can cost you big money! Know the income thresholds before you file.

Make sure your 401(k) plan has the self-directed option to ensure that your retirement is as comfortable as possible.

These four major currencies have seen some wild swings in the floating market since 1990.

This variation on the turn to trend setup can help longer term traders make more potent trades.

Ever dream of a world without tax? It existed - 3,000 years ago.

Are you preparing for a CAIA designation? Don't worry, we'll give you a bit of insight.

Research creates a division of labor that makes the market more efficient. Learn how its role has changed.

Learn which country has the strictest rules on mutual fund construction and why.

Learn the key features of three subcategories of equity REITs: industrial, multifamily and hotel REITs.

We look at where the Strait of Hormuz is and what it has to do with oil prices.

We look at how much the government could save if it took $1 bills out of circulation.

Discover if banks and real estate will pay investors back for their pain this year.

Here's what economic forecasters are predicting for 2012.

Learn about nonpossessory interests and the various forms of encumbrances.

Learn how ETFs have become the most popular investment vehicle in less than 20 years.

If you're planning to enter the markets as a new trader this year, here are a few tips to consider.

Learn the rules every investor should know before buying into this "tax-free" investment.

Get the full story on this asset class before you write it off as too risky.

Hedge funds can draw returns well above the market average even in a weak economy. Learn about the risks.

Waiting for a big payload from an aging relative? The chance of cashing in is lower than you think.

Because of Europe's dependence on Middle East oil, an embargo is likely to not lead to any changes.

Find out how you can build wealth and reduce your taxes.

With a long-term perspective, investors can make many wise investment choices and avoid these dumb decisions.

If you're in a trading rut, ask yourself these five questions to help turn the corner.

Investing in income-generating real estate involves market data and a degree of subjectivity.

Confused by all of the new acronyms used by the media to describe the European debt crisis? We can help.

Learn about the tools the Fed uses to influence interest rates and general economic conditions.

Learn about the various departments of a securities firm and the professionals who make it work.

Discover the methods behind financial forecasts and the risks inherent when we seek to predict the future.

These funds offer a very hands-off experience for the low-involvement investor.

Creating your own mutual fund can save you the fees that cut into your profits. Find out how.

Sometimes words just aren't enough. Learn about ETFs with this easy-to-understand infographic.

As the sovereign debt problems of Europe stretch on into another year, will they ever go away?

Have a rewarding new year by investing in these currencies.

It's impossible to know everything about the markets. Find out how ignorance affects your investments.

Learn nine simple rules to success from the talented Buffett, Gartman and Pearson.

We show you how to take advantage of periodic trends in the equity markets.

Discover the differences between the Suitability and Fiduciary Standards when hiring a financial advisor.

Real estate bargains abound, but is buying a distressed property more trouble than it's worth?

If you want to take advantage of the versatility of options, you'll need to adopt these smart investing habits.

Financials have been underperforming the rest of the market. Find out if it's time to dump them.

Looking for something to stuff those stockings with? We've got a few stock suggestions for you.

The sudden change in leadership in North Korea brings even more uncertainty to the markets.

Do you have the best mix of investments? Find out how to make sure.

Lack of competition and potential conflicts of interest have called the value of these ratings into question.

Find out how a cat and a ladybug prove markets are both random and efficient.

Some things can get in the way of owning your dream home, but they don't have to.

Learn about what is being dubbed the low-volatility anomaly, why it exists and what we can learn from it.

Thinking about getting into ETFs? We tell you what to watch out for, what benefits there are and the different types of ETFs.

Look at trades that are profitable when the value of corresponding puts and calls diverge.

Italy is in the spotlight amid the eurozone crisis. Discover why and if the problems can be fixed.

We break down the odds associated with casino games. Which game do you think offers the best chance at winning?

Diversifying can mean not only investing in various asset classes but also venturing beyond domestic exchanges.

Find out how fixed-income investments evolved in the past century and what it means today.

These funds burst onto the scene in 1993 and have continued to provide new opportunities for investors since.