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When “Activists” Boost Stocks
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When “Activists” Boost Stocks

Bruce Kaser | November 16, 2017

Small investors can benefit by betting on targets of activist investors who prod companies to make much-needed strategic changes.

November 15, 2017 | Global Payments Inc. | GPN
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November 15, 2017 | Global Payments Inc. | GPN

Peter W. Tuz, CFA, CFP | November 13, 2017

This week’s Stock of the Week helps small- and mid-sized companies process payments. It works with the biggest names in the field and is growing quickly.

Best Health-Care Stocks Now
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Best Health-Care Stocks Now

Jeffrey J. Jonas, CFA | November 6, 2017

Because great uncertainties remain over Obamacare, it’s wise for investors to focus on stocks that are not tied to its fate.

5 Stock-Picking Secrets from Legendary Fund Manager Joel Tillinghast
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5 Stock-Picking Secrets from Legendary Fund Manager Joel Tillinghast

Joel ­Tillinghast, CFA | November 6, 2017

Legendary manager Joel Tillinghast of the Fidelity Low-Priced Stock Fund shares five stock-picking secrets that can benefit small investors.

November 8, 2017 | Ebix Inc. | EBIX
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November 8, 2017 | Ebix Inc. | EBIX

George Young | November 6, 2017

This week’s Stock of the Week is growing fast and helping to modernize the healthcare sector.

You Could Profit Big with These Five Stocks
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You Could Profit Big with These Five Stocks

Laird ­Bieger | September 26, 2017

The young, little-known companies that Laird Bieger picks for the mutual fund he co-manages like to shake things up a lot.

Do Stock Splits Matter?
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Do Stock Splits Matter?

Charles Rotblut, CFA | September 14, 2017

Don’t expect some popular stocks to “split” despite sky-high share prices…and don’t assume that a split would make their shares even more attractive.

Bottom-Fishing Retail and Energy Stocks for 2017
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Bottom-Fishing Retail and Energy Stocks for 2017

George Putnam | September 14, 2017

As retail and energy have plunged, a handful of companies in those two sectors don’t deserve to see their share prices continue to suffer.

The Other Tech Stocks That Might Make Your Rich
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The Other Tech Stocks That Might Make Your Rich

Joshua Spencer, CFA | August 31, 2017

If you’re an investor, it’s time to look beyond tech giants such as Apple, Amazon and Google to the next generation of likely tech superstars.

Natural Gas Stocks Benefit From Export Boom
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Natural Gas Stocks Benefit From Export Boom

Michael Roomberg, CFA | August 3, 2017

Energy stocks have been battered this year, down 13% through June 30 based on an index of 34 companies, as…

Emerging-Market Stocks Attractive
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Emerging-Market Stocks Attractive

Charlie ­Wilson, PhD | June 28, 2017

Are you investing in the right bull market? US stocks are enjoying a ninth straight year of positive returns, but…

5 Stocks That Can Thrive Despite DC Uncertainty
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5 Stocks That Can Thrive Despite DC Uncertainty

Douglas ­Gerlach | June 28, 2017

Within eight months after the presidential election, the Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 15% to r­ecord highs—partly on optimism over…

Stocks That Do Well When Inflation Is Rising
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Stocks That Do Well When Inflation Is Rising

Ben Kirby, CFA | June 2, 2017

The past few years have been great for dividend-paying stocks of large companies, which have outperformed the Standard & Poor’s…

The Buffett Portfolio That You Can Own
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The Buffett Portfolio That You Can Own

Charles Sizemore, CFA | June 2, 2017

Warren Buffett’s stock-picking prowess is not foolproof. Over the years, he has lost $3.5 billion on Maine-based Dexter Shoe Co.…more…

May 31, 2017 | SRC Energy Inc. | SRCI
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May 31, 2017 | SRC Energy Inc. | SRCI

Daniel S. Perkins | May 30, 2017

This week’s Stock of the Week is benefiting from persistently low oil prices by consolidating already strong holdings. Energy in…