stock market

A Refresher Course in Active Trading

By Ben Baden - The Ticker - October 6, 2009

In an uncertain market, an expert offers his investing advice. more >>

Pecora Hearings a Model for Financial Crisis Investigation

By Amanda Ruggeri - Nation & World - September 29, 2009

Congress could learn from Pecora's 1930s investigation of the stock market crash. more >>

SEC Looks to Put Buck Back Together in Money Market Case

By Rob Silverblatt - Fund Observer - September 28, 2009

Reserve Primary Fund investors could get back 99 cents on the dollar. more >>

Why Small Caps Are Sizzling

By Rebecca Kern - Fund Observer - September 4, 2009

Fund manager Scott Barbee discusses the small-company rebound and his recent investments. more >>

Are Sin Stocks Recessionproof?

By Kirk Shinkle - Money - July 21, 2009

Booze, gambling, and cigarettes take a hit in the recession. more >>

To Stay Safe, Sell Stocks?

By Emily Brandon - Money - July 13, 2009

Professor Zvi Bodie says retirees should go into conservative overdrive. more >>

Funds Stage a Comeback: Time to Forgive and Forget?

By Katy Marquardt - Money - July 9, 2009

Good funds that had a bad year, and those that have simply lost their mojo. more >>

The Case Against (Some) ETFs

By Kirk Shinkle - Money - June 26, 2009

A popular asset class draws some fire. more >>

Cheap Stocks: Separating the Deals From the Duds

By Katy Marquardt - Money - June 11, 2009

Blindly buying stocks on clearance can be hazardous to your portfolio. more >>

How Much Should You Invest in Stocks?

By Philip Moeller - Money - June 5, 2009

Despite steep losses in 2008, retirement experts continue to emphasize equities. more >>

Hedging Tips for ETF Traders

By Kirk Shinkle - Money - May 12, 2009

Using long and short ETFs to keep risk in check. more >>

The Swine Flu and the Stock Market: 5 Things to Know

By Katy Marquardt - Money - April 28, 2009

Irrational fears and industries that could benefit and suffer. more >>

The New Safe Portfolio: Why Stocks, Bonds, and Cash Aren't Enough Anymore

By Kirk Shinkle - Money - March 27, 2009

The old ways of shuffling investments around simply don't work the way they used to. more >>

Diversify to Minimize Risk

Money - March 24, 2009

A diverse portfolio helps to insure both you and your investments will live to fight another day. more >>

Tim Geithner's Toxic-Asset Plan: 8 Things You Need to Know

By Luke Mullins - Money - March 23, 2009

The Treasury secretary releases more details of key program designed to revive the financial system. more >>

Wall Street Reacts Positively to Obama, Geithner Toxic Assets Plan

By Bonnie Erbe - Bonnie Erbe - March 23, 2009

He says it was no factor, but President Obama ignores the market opinion at his own peril. more >>

Even the Canadians See Obama Has Failed to Boost the Stock Market or Economy

By Bonnie Erbe - Bonnie Erbe - March 11, 2009

He has done nothing to abet the stock slide—hopefully the market will recover on its own. more >>

How 5 Investing Strategies Could Fare for Retirees in This Recession

By Emily Brandon - Money - March 9, 2009

Money managers reveal how your money is likely to fare under each one. more >>

Obama Says Buy Stocks Now: Good Deals There for Long-Term Investors

Nation & World - March 4, 2009

Obama says now might be a smart time to buy into the stock market. more >>

Markets Jump After Obama Gives a Qualified Thumbs Up

By Bonnie Erbe - Bonnie Erbe - March 4, 2009

Thanks for the trickle of positivity, Mr. President. We needed the reassurance. more >>

Obama Speech Worked: Expect Rising Stock Market and Poll Numbers

By Mary Kate Cary - Mary Kate Cary - February 25, 2009

I laughed...I cried...I disagreed with what he said. But there's no denying the president's speech worked. more >>

Stock Market Needs Certainty, Not Geithner-esque Waffling

By Mary Kate Cary - Mary Kate Cary - February 24, 2009

"Wait and see" means we need action, not "details will be coming soon." more >>

5 Movie Stocks for Oscars Fans

By Katy Marquardt - Money - February 20, 2009

Consumers escape their economic troubles with old-fashioned entertainment. more >>

President Obama's Tough Love Rattles Wall Street as Dow Drops 382 points

Nation & World - February 11, 2009

Wall Street was unhappy with Obama's $1 trillion bailout plan. more >>

Time to Buy Stocks or a House?

By Katy Marquardt - New Money - February 6, 2009

Is it better to take advantage of a historic opportunity to buy cheap stocks or to make a down payment? more >>