Finance
NYSE Margin Debt Close to Pre-Financial Crisis Highs
The key stock indices have been rising since the beginning of the year, and there is still room for them to rise even higher as optimism concerning stocks continues to... read more
How to Profit From Insider Transactions
If an executive of a publicly traded company buys or sells shares of their own firm, should this be taken as a signal by investors about what might happen to... read more
U.S. Retirement REIT Looks North for Extended Baby Boomer Play
In 2011, the first mass of baby boomers started to retire in the United States to the tune of 10,000 per day, which will continue for the next 17 years.... read more
China’s Economic Reporting: Fact or Fiction?
There’s something fishy going on with China’s economic data—at least with those figures that are reported by the Chinese government. The reality in those numbers has always been questionable. Are... read more
Gold Bullion Trading Hitting Record Levels; Chinese Leading the Pack
The massive sell-off in the price of gold bullion has certainly shaken up some investors. However, it seems there are others whose investment strategy has been to wait for a... read more
11 Tools to Simplify Your Business Accounting
Question: What app or software helps make managing your business finances a breeze? Question by: Ashley Stay on Track With Indinero “The most important financial metric for most startups is... read more
Jobs Growth So Far in 2013 Running Well Behind Last Year’s Pace
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there were 3.8 million jobs opening in the U.S. jobs market in the month of March, unchanged from February and lower than... read more
Three Reasons to Average Up in the Current Economic Climate
With the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 climbing into new territory almost daily and a large number of great stocks running in step, many investors are wondering if... read more
Emerging Market Economies Indicate Economic Slowdown for Global Economy
Economic conditions in the U.S. economy may be improving slightly, but the global economy is on the verge of witnessing an economic slowdown—and a possible recession. Key indicators are flashing... read more
Should Investors Play Catch-Up with the Key Stock Indices?
On May 7, the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed above the 15,000 level for the first time. This close marked an overall increase in the index of about 15% since... read more
Macau Is Hot: China’s Version of Vegas Providing Excellent Prospects for These Entertainment Stocks
Gambling is akin to trading, but with much more risk of failure. Everyone knows Las Vegas as the gambling capital of the United States, but Macau is hot and growing.... read more
Buy Low/Sell High the Best Way to Conquer This Market?
The buy low/sell high investment strategy requires a ton of resolve. Going against the stock market that just proved an asset is not attractive is not only risky, but it... read more
Is It Time to Look Away from Gold?
Lately, I’ve been reading about all of this buying of gold bullion by central banks around the world. Some would say the move is bullish for the precious metal, but... read more
Higher Inflation Rate Expected; Long-Term Investors in Danger?
One of the biggest concerns for investors when it comes to long-term investing is the safe return of their capital. Following the 6.75% levy imposed by Cyprus on deposits of... read more
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc: Fundamental Stock Research Analysis
Before analyzing a company for investment, it’s important to have a perspective on how well the business has performed. Because at the end of the day, if you are an... read more
