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Investors have several ways to grow their wealth. Growth can ensure that the value of investments grows far beyond inflation. But value stocks tend to hold
The stock market is up over 20% year-to-date. That’s well in excess of its average annual return closer to 10%. Adding in last
Investors typically don’t think much of gold. The past few years saw some renewed interest as inflation soared. But as that inflation came down, investor
Since the Federal Reserve cut interest rates in September, an unusual thing has happened in markets. Bond yields have trended higher, not lower. The 10-year
Traders often focus on the big moves a stock makes during earnings season. Investors can take a longer view. They can look at not just this
Stocks have delivered a fantastic year. The market has even bucked seasonal trends, trending higher in seasonally weak months. Year-to-date, the S&P
The stock market has bucked seasonal trends. While September and October are historically the two weakest months for stocks, stocks trended higher. And while the market’
Bitcoin has appreciated about 60% year-to-date. Amazingly, bitcoin’s returns have beaten out gold and the stock market. Yet there could be even more
Investors generally lump investment opportunities into either value or growth. Unfortunately, that approach remains far from comprehensive. A great growth stock can also have value elements,
Investors have plenty of ways to use options trades. Most investors use options for a directional bet. Why? If a stock moves higher, a call option
After rallying for six straight weeks, stocks look overextended. They’re ready to take a break. That could mean a minor market downturn. Going into next
Investors often turn to leverage as a way to improve their returns. Leverage can be utilized in a variety of ways. An options trader is leveraged