Understanding Terms for Shares
Tuesday November 30, 2004
Not all shares of stock are created equally. Authorized, restricted, float, outstanding and treasury shares all have different attributes. Investors need to know these terms to make informed decisions.
Holiday Shopping Season Off to Good Start
Monday November 29, 2004
By all appearances, the holiday shopping season is off to a good start. Let's keep our fingers crossed and hope it ends that way - the economy and market need ... Read More
Why Retail Sales are Important
Wednesday November 24, 2004
The Friday after Thanksgiving is the official start of the holiday shopping season and historically the biggest retail sales day of the year. Why are retail sales so important to ... Read More
Stock Screening Basics
Tuesday November 23, 2004
A stock screen can cut your research time down to a manageable level by eliminating stocks that don't meet your basic criteria.
The Benefits of Long-Term Investing
Monday November 22, 2004
Like the fabled tortoise that beat the hare in the race, the investor who stays in for the long term is more likely to achieve his or her goals than ... Read More
Risk is Part of Investing
Thursday November 18, 2004
Understanding the relationship between risk and reward is a key piece in building your personal investment philosophy.
A Blue-Light Special: Kmart Buys Sears
Wednesday November 17, 2004
In a surprise move, discount retailer Kmart is buying Sears for $11 billion. Some wonder if this isn't more about real estate than retailing.
How to Avoid Defaulting Bonds
Tuesday November 16, 2004
Bonds are supposed to be the more conservative portion of most people’s portfolio – there to produce income and offset the volatility of stocks. However, if you’re not careful investing ... Read More
Investing in Stem Cell Research: Proceed with Caution
Friday November 12, 2004
Human embryonic stem cell research holds out the hope for "miracle" cures for a variety of diseases and conditions ranging from Alzheimer’s disease to paralysis. How should investors approach this ... Read More
Bond Prices and Interest Rates - Always at Odds
Wednesday November 10, 2004
Every time the Fed meets to massage interest rates, bond owners get nervous. Rising interest rates are bad news for bonds. Find out why.
Interest Rates and Stock Valuations Closely Linked
Tuesday November 9, 2004
Interest rates and stock valuations are tightly bound together. That's why the market watches the Fed so closely.
Selling Short - Don't Try this at Home
Monday November 8, 2004
Selling short involves selling stock you don't own. Sounds illegal, doesn't it? Actually, it's a perfectly legal if risky way of making money on a stock you believe is about ... Read More
Bush, Investors Face Challenges
Thursday November 4, 2004
Newly re-elected President Bush faces a number of challenges in his second term that will impact the stock market and investors.
Bonds Come in Many Flavors
Tuesday November 2, 2004
Bonds come in a wide variety of types with different features and maturities to match just about any need. Here is an overview of the different types of bonds available.
Election Dispute May Trigger Stock Market Drop
Monday November 1, 2004
The stock market hates uncertainity. If this election is mired in controversy and the courts for an extended period, brace yourself for a steep drop.