Investing Archive

Mutual funds are a popular investment tool, as it allows you to easily diversify your investment portfolio to create optimal returns with a more minimal amount of risk. Simply put, the style of the mutual …

Technical analysis in finance is used to forecast what direction prices will take in the light of past market data. Dow Theory is a form of technical analysis that pertains to the stock market, and …

As billions of stimulus dollars pour into the development of a green economy, Americans find themselves facing a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Investing now is like investing in Bell Systems (now Bell South, East, North, West and …

Risk tolerance sounds a little complex, though it is something that affects anyone who spends money on a speculative venture. This could be from the small boy who invests in collectors cards right through to …

According to its mission statement, Google (GOOG) aims to “organize the world’s information and make it universally accessible and useful”. Perhaps the time has come for the company to amend its statement and instead declare …

Contrarian investing works. With many people still adverse to real estate market risk, now is a time that bold investors can still pick up bargains in the home construction market sector. These stocks promise strong …

The fortune cookie for the restaurant industry has crumpled badly in the past two years. The restaurant industry is, after all, one of the most badly-hit consumer sectors due to the harrowing economic recession. High …

When investing in oil keeping in mind the recent volatility in price of crude oil has been both on the upside and during the past few months has seen a decline from the record high …

You might feel mixed emotions once you hear the word investment. You will feel some sort of excitement because you imagine yourself reaping the gains in the future if you invest and at the same …

A prudent investor who does their homework can be comfortable in their investment in bonds and earn a nice return on their investment. Bonds can be a stabilizing and income producing element in a portfolio. …

Are you a self-directed investor? Chances are, if you’re reading this, you do manage at least some portion of your asset portfolio. Congratulations for taking the lead to a brighter future. No one is going …

Selling stocks is simple, but selling stocks at a profit has a lot to do with your process of buying the stocks in the first place. If you bought high value stocks with lots of …

Investing can be a way to reach your long-term goals. One of the first investment steps is determining where to invest. There are several good choices in where to begin investing.You may already know your …

Economic Value Added (EVA) is a term referring to financial gain in excess of profit expectations. In other words, EVA  measures the extra value profits yield for an organization after deducting cost of capital such …

Absolutely! In fact, for the first time the median resale value for condos surpassed that of single family homes! If you are a condo owner or considering purchasing a condo the most important thing to …

A will is a starting point in your estate plan. The question “Do I need a will?” could be a very difficult and sensitive subject to many people. There is a saying that goes “Most …

Leveraged ETFs are often considered as the ultimate investment vehicles in volatile market conditions. Investors who want to hedge their stock portfolio may buy a double short of Dow Jones Financial Index <IYF> or of …

Do you have an interest in investing in foreclosure properties? If so, then it is essential that you learn more about the pros and cons of investing in foreclosures to determine if foreclosure investing is …

Over 65 billion aluminum cans are thrown away every year in America. That’s roughly 170 million cans each day. This waste deals a devastating toll to landfills, road-sides, and the environment in general. In North …

Is it time to pick up restaurant stocks? In a weak economy, struggling to generate demand for goods and services, consumer confidence seems to be at a low ebb and it is only natural to …

Nike, Inc. (NKE) has proven itself victorious within the apparel/footwear industry over the past ten years. Its success will only continue to grow as the company seeks to maintain quality growth through innovation of not …

Investing can be somewhat intimidating to the person who only knows that their money is safe in a bank and only recalls the fears of the sensationalism the media makes during any recession. It goes …

“Can the market be driven by investor sentiment?” This is an oft debated subject in investing circles, particularly in light of the 2008 debacle in the stock markets. Whether you are a market “bull or …

The stock market goes up, then it goes down, then it goes up, and then it goes down. The main concept that needs to be remembered in this environment is the difference between being a …

There are many brokers in the forex market. They help you to get back the money. Forex metatrader broker is also one of the same and it can help you find cashback monthly from the …

If you are going to be an investor, you need to know who you are as a person and what your personal style of investing is. For starters, you need to be sure that investing …

Investing is an important issue in today’s world and it is important to find a strategy which secures a safe future and allows paying all the necessary bills we can’t avoid. A savings account doesn’t …

The best way to balance your portfolio between stocks bonds and mutual funds, is to first assess your level of risk tolerance. You’ll need to ask some important questions and be honest with yourself. Here …

A natural monopoly will arise whenever a company that is in production of goods and service possesses all the necessary equipment to carry out its goal of making a large profit. With so many businesses …

Mutual funds is one of the simplest yet effective ways of investing. Just in case you’re wondering what mutual funds are, they’re a pool of money gathered from several investors and are invested in several …