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Fund managers no longer expect a recession as they snap up tech stocks, survey finds

Fund managers are no longer forecasting a U.S. recession for the first time in a year and half, according to a closely followed survey. Read More

This stock-market predictor with a great record is even more bullish now than it was last year

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Think the S&P 500 is top-heavy? Five stocks command 60% of this market.

New Zealand’s stock market shows how index concentration can have market-lagging results. Read More

‘Keep it simple’ helps this stock-fund manager trounce the market

Winning pro gives 5 core investing tips we can all use. Read More

Want your stock picks to beat index funds? Look at companies with one key metric.

A long-term analysis on returns on invested capital shows that the best financial operators tend to beat the S&P 500’s returns. Read More

Why these four ‘Magnificent Seven’ stocks are earnings-season winners

Stock screen identifies companies that increased sales the most while also improving gross margins and operating margins. Read More

The industry most favored by these stock-market experts might surprise you

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How AI will change the ways financial advisers manage your money

Advisers can use AI to improve client relationships and results. Read More

Why income hunters should go for dividend compounders over high-yielding stocks

Companies in the S&P 500 that have increased their payouts the most tend to be strong overall performers. Read More

Which is better for stocks — a Super Bowl win for the 49ers or the Chiefs?

The Super Bowl Indicator is fun to follow, but doesn’t deserve a trophy. Read More

These stocks are poised to lead tech beyond the ‘Magnificent Seven’

Valuations are attractive in AI and software, tech-sector analyst says. Read More

ETF issuers raised their fees in 2023. They may have to keep doing it.

After a decade of seemingly never-ending fee-cutting wars, ETF issuers raised their fees in 2023 as the landscape evolved beyond cheap index-tracking funds. Read More