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There are a variety of psychological strategies for coping with financial losses and investing mistakes.

Discover the differences between Chartered Financial Analyst, Certified Financial Planner™ and Commodity Trading Advisor credentials.

If you're a rookie investor, your first big investment decision should be an informed one.

Profit from up, down and sideways markets with commodity trading advisors.

Here's a look at the effects of America's most devastating hurricanes of all time.

The largest acquisition of 2011 was barely one-sixth the size of the largest from a dozen years ago. Find out what they were.

These emerging markets have the most debt of any others. How does this affect the world economy?

Learn more about the process business owners go through to seal a merger or acquisition deal.

If you are trying to choose between these two index-tracking investments, compare the costs.

From pre-market to after hours, see what you need to do to capture gains quickly.

Discover the steps that the Federal Reserve has taken to help save the economy.

Find out what factors to consider before hiring an attorney.

Lousy companies can live on for quite a long time, sucking in investors' hopes and capital.

Having knowledge of what a fiduciary is will not only impress your friends at a party, but it will also help you understand what you should expect from your broker.

Adopting realistic expectations is essential to staying in the trading game.

From sugar beet to sugar cane, this sector is growing despite a lot of sour challenges.

Diversifying your portfolio includes looking beyond your borders. Here are a few ways to analyze risk when investing abroad.

The ETF boom has given the average retail investor the ability to add some alternative bond types to a portfolio.

Is courting LGBT customers as risky for businesses as people think? Read on to find out.

Callable bonds can leave investors with a pile of cash in a low-interest market. Find out what you can do about it.

If you really want your kids to learn to be financially responsible adults, it's time to stop giving them money.

Chinese companies are pulling out of U.S. exchanges and that may be a good thing.

Helium is a non-renewable resource in an industry dominated by an unusual infrastructure.

Women's wealth is increasing and so is their need for a solid financial plan. Savvy advisors should be taking advantage.

BRIC nations aren't the only emerging markets worth investing in. Poland, Indonesia and Peru are also on the rise.

Despite their reputation, the debt securities known as "junk bonds" may actually reduce risk in your portfolio.

This strategy is widely misunderstood, but it's not as complicated as you may think.

The SEC has filed 735 enforcement actions in the 2011 fiscal year ended September 30. Here are some of the biggest.

Emergency funds are vital in case you lose your job or perhaps have an expensive medical emergency, but why do so few people have emergency funds?

A recent study found that women's portfolios tend to perform better than men's. This is likely because women are more averse to risk.

Learn how to find and use the most cost-effective ways to transfer risk.

The drought in the American Midwest is having a drastic effect on the fishing industry, the shipping industry and the farming industry. It will also impact your wallet at the grocery store.

Peregrine Financial Group's Russell Wasendorf Sr.'s admission of a nearly 20-year-old fraud echoes the Madoff affair.

The most difficult aspect of this complex product is determining how much coverage you need and why.

Why are men getting their jobs back quicker than women? Here's a look into why women are not recovering in the job market as fast as men are.

More common risk theories can lead to missed opportunities. Find out how margin of safety can propel your portfolio.

Corporate bonds offer higher yields, but it's important to evaluate the extra risk involved before you buy.

A higher income won't make you richer - unless you learn to live on less.

The partnership between Starbucks and Square will likely spur more interest in the mobile payment space.

Women are closing the gender gap, and today many supply the main source of income for their households. Find out why.

It's not just the unskilled unable to find jobs in the U.S. Here is a look at some highly-skilled demographics that are having difficulty finding jobs.

Trading forex can make for a confusing time organizing your taxes. These simple steps will keep everything straight.

The eurozone crisis is complicated and rapidly changing. One such misconception is that Greece is the cause of the problem.

Not only are tech companies one of the highest-paying career sectors, but they have some of the best perks as well.

When the price of oil goes up, don't worry about how much gas is going to cost - get even by making a play on the Canadian dollar.

One way for investors to grow their wealth is by investing in strong dividend payers with a history of increasing payouts.

Here are a few companies that should profit off the success of Apple and could be a more viable investing option for many.

The CFPB is keeping an eye on the student loan market because it believes it uses the same lending policies as mortgage lenders did during the subprime lending crisis.

Soldiers and EMTs are two professions that should probably command a higher wage.

Reworking your budget and making your home as fire resistant as possible are just some of the ways that you can protect your finances during a drought.

MySpace and Digg were once Internet powerhouses, today they're much less popular. Where did they go wrong?

2012 has already seen more than its fair share of significant natural disasters and the economy is suffering for it.

Get to know the relationships that determine a bond's price and its payout.

These jobs require specialized math skills that intimidate most laymen. But, for those with the wit and work ethic to attain this knowledge, there are many high-paying employment options.

Over the last 26 Summer Olympics, the average rate of return of the DJIA during the games was an impressive 4%.

Data shows that countries that are winning a smaller percentage of gold medals are seeing their share of the worldwide GDP decrease as well.

In this article, we'll look at the agriculture sector and the different ways investors can approach it.

People will do anything to get a little extra money. If you need some cash, here are some ways you can borrow without much hassle.

Offering both income and relative security, these uncommon shares may work for you.

For other companies, the type of growth Apple posted in Q3 would be enough to make most analysts drool with excitement, but this is Apple and everyone wants to be dazzled.

Stocks that have direct ties to the Olympic Games may be perfect for a longer-term spot in your portfolio.

Netflix's recent earnings report do not paint a rosy picture for the company, as domestic subscriber growth slows in the face of stiff competition.

With small businesses throughout the world struggling in this economic climate, developing new and diversifying existing revenue streams is becoming increasingly important.

Discover why working in fixed income can be your ticket to the highest professional goals you've set for yourself.

Profit from long-term market trends by buying bonds when other investors shy away.

Investing in these bonds may offer a tax-free income stream but they are not without risks.

Here are three different ways to use the low volatility index to invest in a volatile market.

You're nearing retirement age and you don't have the nest egg you need. Here's how an income property can help you make up the shortfall.

Learn how this indicator uses both price and volume to record a more complete picture of price action.

Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference has served as a showcase for its new products for 23 years, but that doesn't help its stock.

By incorporating some of the best practices of top traders, investors can greatly improve portfolio returns.

Investors are increasingly relying on their mobile devices to trade and do research. Here are five apps worth checking out.

With the euro underperforming, now is a great time to travel, buy a home or go to school in Europe.

The open financial market remains extremely fluid and changeable. Beware of these four fundamental errors.

If the economy has you worried, here are five low volatility ETFs that can keep your money on safer ground.

Find out what grain investors need to know to analyze USDA reports.

Determine what you need to do now to make a drastic lifestyle change later.

Find out about sunk costs and why "getting your money's worth" can cost you more than you think.

We outline reasons that may show why enforcing more sell ratings isn't guaranteed to increase Wall Street's objectivity.

While there are certainly some differences, American and Canadian investors have more in common than not.

Find out why these enticing options can spell trouble for your bottom line.

While investors are more interested in space than ever before, the options are still very limited.

Shell corporations are used for many purposes, some legal and others not. Find out why they play an important role in markets.

More capital than ever is gravitating toward crowdfunding sites. Here are some of the current top platforms.

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act will affect many American taxpayers and have other financial impacts. Here are some things you will need to know.

There are more than 1,000 ETFs currently offered to investors. Here are five that have seen impressive growth as of late.

Investors are conflicted over whether Facebook is a great value play. Find out if you should get in while it's affordable.

Make sure you've got these tips covered before Mother Nature strikes.

Learn what mistakes cause hedge funds to collapse and how to avoid similar problems.

Planning a sale or transition of your practice over time can help ease your clients into it and can net you a higher sale price.

We go over the nations that are in the grip of financial crisis.

You get multiple managers, affordable diversification, customization and consolidated reporting all under one roof.

Learn how these futures are used for hedging and speculating, and how they are different from traditional futures.

By offering a modest dividend, Google would likely drive up its stock price.

Learn to overcome eight hurdles that can keep you from realizing the best returns.

Barclays and other banks are alleged to have submitted artificially low LIBOR rates between 2007 and 2009.

Learn about the companies participating as official Olympic sponsors and the possible benefits of such an affiliation.