The end of the commodity run?
The Wall Street herd is rapidly changing direction, but that doesn't necessarily mean that you should buy all the most beaten-up stocks and expect them to skyrocket.
Archive for August 3, 2008
How did Merrill miss a $5.7B hole?
Just 2 weeks after reporting earnings, Merrill Lynch said it would have to take a huge write-down in the third quarter. Hmm, had the financial giant's fortunes really changed that quickly?
Betting against oil and for the dollar
I'm buying Ultra-Short Oil and Gas ProShares, US Dollar Index Bullish Fund, Adobe Systems, Ansys, ITT Educational Services and UltraShort S&P500 ProShares.
Going all in, guided by 5 gurus
A bearish market has its share of risks, but plenty of opportunities, too. This 20-stock buy is based on strategies devised by the masters of the market.
As market roils, I just need a few winners
With the market in turmoil, it's hard to tell whose numbers and statements you can trust. So I'll follow the market data to pick my stocks.
Elan is way down and I’m buying
The drug maker has plunged 60% on concerns about test results for 1 drug and 2 patient illnesses linked to another. The damage is way too deep, which means a buying opportunity.
When a bear market doesn’t matter
Market downturns are no fun, but don't let the labels concern you. You should instead concentrate on your own circumstances and portfolio.
Wal-Mart denies vote-swaying charge
The retailer responds to a newspaper report saying company officials warned employees that a Democratic win in November could pave the way for more workers to unionize.
When should you spend to save?
Are warehouse store memberships a good deal? How about extended warranties? It all depends on the products -- and on you, the shopper.
Business Credit Cards Simplify Record Keeping
Here are 5 ways to save time and money in your business.
Stop That Wandering Mind!
Do you consistently fall into a 3 p.m. brilliance slump? Tune into your natural cycles and keep your productivity at an all-time high.
Investing in Commercial Real Estate
This primer shows you how it differs from residential property.