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Why a tax on share buybacks could actually boost stock prices
Companies often use capital to repurchase overpriced shares, which hits earnings. Read More
How the new and higher taxes that Biden and Congress are pushing would hurt stock investors and consumers
Companies pass tax increases on to customers, while a capital-gains tax hike penalizes long-term shareholders. Read More
These stock trading signs can tell you when the market is overbought or oversold
Reviewing RSI and MACD in light of recent U.S. market weakness. Read More
Put a ‘collar’ on your stocks to protect yourself from a market correction
An options strategy using what’s called a collar can give you downside protection for a small price. Read More
The most accurate stock market predictor was released this week. The next 10 years don’t look good
A Federal Reserve report showed Americans have a high allocation to equities, which is a contrarian indicator suggesting weak returns are ahead. Read More
Market analysts can’t agree on where stocks are going next. So double-check the data before you buy or sell
Expectations and hunches don’t belong in a smart investment strategy. Read More
In 2017 I wrote that U.S. stocks were not overpriced. That’s still true.
Why the 10-year outlook for stocks is much more attractive than for bonds. Read More
When the stock market pulls back, keep buying — especially these five companies
Sentiment has gotten too bearish. Consider shares of Microsoft, ConocoPhillips and Yum China. Read More
‘Buy the dip’ is a horrible stock-market strategy — and these charts prove it
Market dips, especially larger dips, are rare. Read More
What asset is the perfect inflation hedge?
The answer depends on what exactly you mean by ‘inflation hedge’ Read More
This is why this super-successful growth investor no longer owns Tesla shares
Dennis Lynch, head of Counterpoint Global, Morgan Stanley Investment Management, points to unit economics. Read More
Nancy Davis wants to be the ‘Vanguard of convexity,’ as she rolls out a new low-cost fixed-income ETF
Every week we highlight the most timely exchange-traded fund news, from new launches to inflows and performance. Read More
These stocks are in bear-market territory, but Wall Street expects them to soar as much as 68%
More than 100 large-cap stocks are at least 20% below their 52-week highs. But analysts love Micron Technology, Activision Blizzard and JD.com, among others. Read More
3 dividend-paying stocks rated ‘A’ for safety
The last thing an investor wants is a company that’s cutting its dividend. Read More
Engine No. 1 says its new representation on ExxonMobil’s board has already scored a win
Exxon has scaled back new long-term production targets, Engine No. 1’s CEO says. Read More
Solar power and water shortages may define our future but that doesn’t make them good investments
Financial advisers offer tips on smart ESG investing strategies. Read More
3 questions to ask your financial adviser if you are serious about sustainable investing
“If they’re just picking a fund by its name, anybody can do that.” Read More