In a tumultuous world it would be foolish not to have some gold. Not only would it fly in the face of relatively recent events, it also would fly in the face of history. Read More

Some of the investments being pushed on baby boomers by Wall Street that create the appearance of steady income but carry more risk than you may realize. Read More

Recent sharp declines among overvalued large-cap stocks highlight the wisdom of seeking small-cap alternatives, which are poised to outperform in 2018. Expect big things from the small fry. Read More

As U.S. stocks gyrate, consider often ignored equities and funds in developing nations. Now’s the time to diversify overseas. Read More

Instacart's new infusion of cash values the company 24% higher than last year. How and why grocery delivery companies are the most popular ones on the block and how to prosper from this giant trend. Read More

Although Master Limited Partnerships remain in a bear market, one unconventional MLP has risen well above the pack. Read More

Inflation could be higher than most people expect. What can income investors do to hedge against the crippling effects of inflation? The key is to find stocks likely to raise dividends faster than inflation. Read More

Markets opened strong today. But new indictments in the Russia probe took the steam out of the rally. Stocks seesawed. In the end, positive consumer data saved the day. Read More

Reinvestment accounts for about half the market's long-term return. But it doesn't make sense to mindlessly reinvest dividends when stocks are trading at absurd valuations. So some flexibility--and a few rules--can give you the best of both worlds: reinvestment plus the cash to use as you see fit. Read More

Investors shrugged off inflation fears, for now. Stocks today racked up their fifth positive session in a row. Read More