October 3, 2018 | Spartan Motors, Inc. | SPAR
This week’s Stock of the Week designs and sells specialty trucks that make sure consumers get what they ordered.
Investing
These IPO’s Estimated Values Can Sucker You—Here’s Why
Many “unicorns” that go public aren’t worth nearly what venture capital investments imply.
How to Invest Now in the Face of Trade Wars and Inflation
You need to adjust your portfolio to account for trade wars and inflation. Top investment strategist John Osterweis tells how.
September 26, 2018 | Zebra Technologies Corporation | ZBRA
This week’s Stock of the Week helps companies in many different industries manage an ever-increasing flow of data.
September 19, 2018 | Rockwell Medical | RMTI
This week’s Stock of the Week is gaining momentum after emerging from some recent troubles.
How to Tweak the 4% Rule for a Safer Retirement
With inflation rising, plus the possibility of a recession and bear market in the next few years, you need to adjust your retirement withdrawal rate.
Past Spending Habits Come Back to Haunt Retirement Savers
If you could go back in time, would you forego certain spending habits to bolster your retirement nest egg? Many people would.
September 12, 2018 | Cummins Inc. | CMI
This week’s Stock of the Week is an old company that’s succeeding in new ways.
The Market’s New Sweet Spot: Small-Cap Growth Funds
After sitting out much of the bull market, small-cap growth stock funds have taken center stage.
Don’t Become as Complacent as These Investors
Many investors today are dangerously complacent about their investments and don’t seem to understand that market volatility often brings steep losses.
September 5, 2018 | Microchip Technology Inc. | MCHP
This week’s Stock of the Week is a technology company that makes chips for products that are all around you.
This Is Why Facebook, Netflix and Alphabet Are Actually Bargain Stocks
Legendary investor Bill Nygren says that these high-flying stocks are actually modestly priced and worth buying now.
August 29, 2018 | DowDuPont Inc. | DWDP
This week’s Stock of the Week is a global giant that is making moves that could greatly benefit investors.
August 22, 2018 | Constellium N.V. | CSTM
This week’s Stock of the Week is set to take advantage of a growing demand for its product.
August 15, 2018 | Sempra Energy | SRE
This week’s Stock of the Week is an energy company that’s well-diversified but working hard to stay lean.
When Funds Stumble
Today’s struggling funds are often tomorrow’s top-performing funds. Here’s why—plus 3 “cold” funds that could come roaring back.
The Asian Equation: These 3 Trends Could Mean Big Gains for Investors
Three Asian stock trends could mean big gains for investors. Here are the favorite Asian stocks of a top fund manager.
August 8, 2018 | Devon Energy Corporation | DVN
This week’s Stock of the Week is an energy company that has taken a small hit for a healthier future.
Stocks With Unequal Voting Rights Provide Advantages
Stocks of companies that give insiders more voting rights than outsiders tend to outperform.
August 1, 2018 | Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. | FCAU
This week’s Stock of the Week is an automaker that’s had an impressive turnaround and is only getting stronger.
Matt Watson is portfolio manager at James Advantage Funds, Xenia, Ohio, including the $2.3 billion James Balanced: Golden Rainbow Fund (GLRBX) and the $16 million James Mid Cap Fund (JAMDX).