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Investors, Relax About Rising Interest Rates

Rates must go substantially higher before bonds can challenge the return on stocks.

Blame Reckless U.S. Banks for Our Trouble with Greece

With more oversight from Washington, we wouldn’t need to care so much about the euro-zone crisis.

Are We in a Tech Bubble? Probably Not

Apple's sky-high valuation and Facebook's IPO are more telling of "animal spirits" than another pending market collapse.

How to Give Savings Bonds as Gifts

The government no longer issues paper bonds, so you'll have to open an account online.

Our Practical Investor Fights Inflation with These 6 Investments

Kathy Kristof invests her real money to help you be a better investor. Her latest buys protect her portfolio from rising prices.

How to Protect Your Portfolio From Inflation

Many economists fear inflation will come roaring back soon. These strategies can shield your retirement income just in case.

5 Great Stock Picks and the Exchange-Traded Fund that Owns Them

A new ETF tracks the recommendations of Morningstar’s superb stock analysts -- just the thing for a nervous market.

Starbucks: Cup Half-Empty or Half-Full?

The stock has stumbled recently, but the company appears to be doing just fine, and we expect a refill of stock value soon.

5 Stock Picks Among Online Retailers

Amazon.com dominates the industry, but other Web-based stores are also worth a look.

Investing Lessons from the Great Recession

It's not that the rules changed. It's more that strategies for long-term growth have always been riskier than we like to think.

Stocks Back From the Bailout

I've made the stocks of both AIG and GM top-ten holdings because I see them as classic values.

Practical Investing: Beware Overpaid Executives

No set amount automatically raises alarms, but several pay practices are red flags.

Blue Chip Stocks On Sale Worldwide

Oakmark International's David Herro has the record to back up his bullish stance on big, multinational companies.

5 Mutual Funds for Socially Responsible Investors

You don't have to give up performance to invest with your conscience.

Does the SEC Have Your Back?

Facing big challenges and limited resources, the SEC struggles to keep the markets safe for investors.

A Timeline of the SEC

From the great crash to the flash crash: a timeline of the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Treasury Bonds: A Lousy Deal

You don't have to sell right away, but you'll do better with Ginnie Maes and junk bonds with short maturities.

Free ETF Trading at Many Brokerages

The types of ETFs offered commission-free differ by firm, so sort through the options carefully.

Facebook's IPO Status Update

The popular social network’s disappointing first-quarter earnings report suggest that its initial public offering may not be a sure thing.

5 Health Care Stock Picks on the Mend

No matter what the Supreme Court decides about health care reform, shares of some insurers should offer healthy returns.

A Bright Forecast for Employment and the Economy

Economist Ian Shepherdson makes a compelling case for why we can expect 300,000-plus new jobs each month by this summer.

How Investors Can Prosper From High Gas Prices

The best approach is to invest in large, high-quality energy firms run by experienced managers.

The Mysterious Oceanstone Fund

This fund's performance has been impressive, but its manager's silence makes it hard to recommend.

6 Reasons to Bet on a Big Bull Market

Citi's chief U.S. stock strategist predicts a "raging bull" market within the next year or so.

No Bubble for Tech Stocks

Microsoft is a deal, but some social media firms will go bust.

Postelection Fights Will Rattle Markets

This lame-duck Congress will have big issues to tackle in little time. Feathers are sure to fly.

How to Find Lost Savings Bonds

There are resources to help you track down bonds and get paid if they've matured.

Bye Bye, Bear Market

Outsize three-year mutual fund returns are no longer dragged down by the 2008 stock market crash.

4 Stock Picks to Cash in on Cars

As more Americans invest in their wheels, automakers, dealerships and manufacturers can do well for investors.

The Bad News About IPOs

Investing in initial public offerings is a loser’s game. And the new JOBS law makes them even worse.

Private Equity Is a Plus

Academic research shows that private equity produces stronger and more-resilient companies.

How to Score 13% With Annaly Capital Management

Unless some Annaly trader screws up, the good times will continue to roll for the real estate investment trust -- at least through 2013.

5 Questions to Ask to Find the Right Financial Adviser for You

Follow these steps to find the right professional for you.

7 Tips to Be a Better Investor

Be a DIY investor with stocks, bonds, funds and ETFs.

5 Credit Card Stocks Charging Ahead

The shares of these major credit-card companies have rebounded nicely after faltering through the financial crisis.

Kiplinger's Stock Market Update

We're raising our forecast for 2012 gains, but there are plenty of risks.

Emerging Markets Are Still a Bargain

Expect crazy volatility to continue. But if you can hang on, you should be rewarded.

Trends in Income Investing: Emerging-Markets Bonds, Bank Dividends, and Corporate Bonds

Investors can find lots of new opportunities to earn income these days. Not all of them make sense for your portfolio.

The End of the Small Cap Boom

After trailing their small-cap brethren for years, it’s time for stocks of large companies to shine. The bigger the better.

A Change in Business Strategy Proves Profitable for Macy's

The department store chain has thrived in a tough climate for retailers that cater to middle-income consumers.

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