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I’ve been consistently transitioning my own portfolio toward companies and sectors that have a much more defensive tilt in recent months.  There are many reasons for this shift. But with increased...
Every so often, the stock market smacks investors upside their head with a wakeup call that things can go awry. The last two months have been such a reminder that stocks do indeed go down. Since the...
There are reasons why investors of all stripes may want to consider exchange traded funds (ETFs). These investment vehicles, typically used by passive investors as a way to gain ultra low-cost...
Given the significant turmoil that continues to affect most parts of the market, many investors may take the view that now is not the time to invest in growth stocks. After all, in protracted...
Active and passive investors alike have plenty to gain from considering exchange traded funds (ETFs) as part of their investing strategy. Indeed, stock picking can be fun, exhilarating even. But...
Income investors looking for ways to supplement their fixed income and alternative asset holdings do have plenty of options to consider in the equity markets. The good news for investors is that...
The S&P 500 is still down 8% so far this year, but it has regained all of the ground lost following President Trump’s sweeping tariffs that were announced earlier this month. The trade levies...
Despite some recent (and very significant) volatility in the fixed income market, bonds continue to be one of the only asset classes to see relative outperformance to stat 2025.  That’s not to say...
Yesterday’s wild rally in the stock market where $5.5 trillion in value following President Trump hitting a 90-day pause on his tariffs, exemplifies the dramatic swings investors have experienced...
The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) remains one of the top exchange traded funds (ETFs) in the market, and for good reason. This is a fund that continues to be a go-to investment for those seeking...
Dividend growth investing has proved to be one of the best strategies for accumulating wealth over time. Numerous studies have found that stocks that initiate a dividend and grow them over time have...
While gold grabs the headlines, silver beckons investors as a timely opportunity amid a shifting economic landscape. With global markets facing inflationary pressures, geopolitical unease and...
Gold shines as a compelling investment amid looming uncertainty. President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs, set to launch tomorrow, threaten trade disruptions, potentially spiking inflation...
Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) continue to be a popular investment choice in 2025, offering diversification, cost efficiency, and liquidity. Whether ETFs are the right fit for specific investors...
A well-rounded stock portfolio is a shield against market volatility, spreading investments across size, sectors, and geographies to capture gains while dodging big losses. When the tech sector...