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Financial
From expert advice on investments and budgeting to discussions about economic trends and retirement planning, these articles aim to equip readers with the knowledge they need to manage their personal finances, make informed monetary decisions, and otherwise navigate the complexities of the financial world. Whether readying savings for the future or maneuvering day-to-day costs, the insightful advice equips readers to take control of their fiscal picture and achieve economic stability.
All Financial Articles
The Secret to More Profitable Dividend Investing
Investors love dividend-paying stocks. And who wouldn’t? The secret to successful dividend investing: Look for profitable companies that earn so much cash in good times...
Retirement Calculators
Whether you’re in the dark about your retirement savings or want to double-check your strategy, there are dozens of free online calculators. Here’s how to...
Don’t Get Hit With This Medicare Surcharge
Most higher-earning seniors know they have to pay taxes on their Social Security benefits. But they may not know that they could get hit with...
Latin America
India and Japan have dominated international stock headlines, but 2024’s real foreign star could be Latin America. The S&P Latin America 40 index rose 34%...
What If the Market Crashes?
Financial advisors like to remind investors that the best action to take when stock prices plunge is…nothing. Sitting tight prevents you from making foolish mistakes...
What Interest Rate Cuts Mean for Your Cash
After short-term interest rates reached their highest levels in two decades last year, savers feasted on 5%+ yields on bank deposit accounts and money-market funds....
Keep Your Money Safe
Worried about your money these days? You’re not the only one! A recent USA Today survey found that more than 70% of Americans feel financially...
Is That Startup a Good Investment Opportunity?
More than two-thirds of startups never deliver positive returns to investors. Is it possible to identify the likely losers in advance? Harvard Business School professor...
Microcap Funds
The prospect of shrinking inflation, interest rate cuts and a soft economic landing in 2024 is good news for stocks, especially microcaps, which have market...
Snoozer Stocks
Top stock fund manager Jeff Auxier thinks boring is beautiful. He made his fortune without investing in flashy crypto or artificial intelligence stocks. Instead, since...
Do Insurers Rule the World?
I am confused about insurance—as are many of you, I’m sure. You pay premiums for cars, homes, jewelry and more for years and years…and then...
