Virtual reality (VR) is on its way to becoming an important new computing platform. While still in its early stages, VR is expected to start gaining real traction this year. VR represents an entirely new tech ecosystem. Using a VR headset, it’s an immersive experience for users providing “presence” in… Read More

In this issue: The Big Picture: Is Biotech Dead Money? In Depth: New EBIS Pick:  Whitewave Foods (WWAV) – Food. Science. Momentum. Special Situation Trading Portfolio: Biotech ETF Short Term Trade Details Long Term Holding EBIS Portfolio:  VIVO News, Breakout – Updated Buy Range News and Analysis: Biosimilars:  Behind the… Read More

As we pivot into the next major long term economic cycle, the stock market is searching for a new set of companies to lead it higher and we believe it is companies such as these that will do it. Read More

Utilities and other acquirers are looking for attractive midstream pipeline infrastructure without the taint of excessive leverage. Read More

The Dow Jones Industrials recently erased its losses for the year, but we advise our Global Income Edge investors to stay invested in the most conservative global income investments, as the recent market rise could again prove fleeting.  That rise is being attributed in part to the Federal Reserve announcement it… Read More

If you own dividend stocks or bonds, the Fed’s about-face is good news. Read More

The industry has had a rough ride in the past few years, and it’s not just because of the economy. Read More

Just two of the world’s 10 largest energy concerns have produced a positive return over the last year, and most continue to bleed cash. Read More

A bankruptcy ruling showed that drillers’ midstream commitments aren’t inviolate. But the fallout is likely to remain contained.  Read More

Long time subscribers to Smart Tech Investor may recall our story from last June on exoskeleton technology (“From Comic Books to Reality: Exoskeletons Are Here to Stay“), which recommended three companies that are currently held in our Special Situations Portfolio: Ekso Bionics (EKSO), ReWalk Robotics (RWLK) and Parker Hannifin (PH). Read More