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Definition of 'Investopedia'

One of the best-known sources of financial information on the internet. Investopedia is a resource for investors, consumers and financial professionals who seek guidance or research on various topics. The website publishes articles on investments, insurance, retirement, estate and college planning, consumer debt and an assortment of other educational material.

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Investopedia explains 'Investopedia'

Investopedia was purchased by Forbes Publishing in 2007 and then later by ValueClick, Inc. in 2010. Although Investopedia started as a source for financial terms, it has expanded to bring timely stock analysis and financial news material to users. New investors can open a free stock or forex simulator account before entering the market with real funds.

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  1. Analytical Commentary On A Fund

    Independent fund investment research is the key to finding investment quality in a mutual fund.
  2. Market Summary for May 24 2013

    The major U.S. indices moved lower this week, ahead of the long Memorial Day weekend. After reaching all-time highs last week, many traders attributed the sell-off to a combination of profit ...
  3. Market Summary For May 17, 2013

    The U.S. stock markets moved sharply higher this week, on track for its fourth straight week of gains, driven by ongoing improvements in economic indicators.
  4. Market Summary for May 10 2013

    Major U.S. indices moved higher this week but, given the new highs, traders should watch for retracements next week.
  5. Market Summary for May 3 2013

    The U.S. stock market extended its rally higher this week, led by technology stocks and lagged by small-cap stocks. Traders should be watching a number of other reports due out next week.
  6. Market Summary for April 26 2013

    The major U.S. indices moved higher this week, led by technology stocks on the NASDAQ and lagged by the DJIA. Foreign markets also experienced a relatively bullish week, led by Japan’s Nikkei ...
  7. April 19 2013 Market Summary

    The U.S. markets moved sharply lower this week led by small-cap and technology stocks, with large caps performing considerably better on the whole. With the Conference Board’s index of ...
  8. April 5 2013 Market Summary

    The U.S. markets moved lower this week after poor employment data took the market by surprise. Further turmoil in the United States could remove a key developed world growth story from the picture ...
  9. Is Lululemon's Chief Product Officer to Blame For Sheer Debacle?

    Lululemon announced April 3 that Chief Product Officer Sheree Waterson was leaving the company as of April 15. Assigning blame might appease the board, but it shouldn't do anything for investors.
  10. Market Summary For March 28, 2013

    Major U.S. stock market indices moved higher this week, with the exception of the Russell 2000 index. With a favorable resolution to the Cyprus scare, investors pushed the markets back toward ...
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