John Maxfield

While bank stocks are already some of the best performers in 2012, recent news suggests this may be just the beginning of a roaring comeback for the financial sector.

Find out if you own one of the 10 most-shorted stocks on the S&P 500.

If it's true that we're in the midst of a dividend bubble, then here's one stock you might want to consider.

American Capital's recent move may make you think twice about its prudence.

What investors should know about the collapse of Iran's currency.

While business development companies are not as well-known as other high-flying dividend payers, that may be about to change.

New to investing? Looking for a great stock to buy? You've come to the right place.

The truth behind dividend stocks is much less boring than you've been led to believe.

Proctor & Gamble's earnings present a mixed bag of results due largely to a one-time, non-cash write-off and tepid sales in the developed markets.

Newell Rubbermaid's results keep good news fresh for investors.

A close look at the mortgage REIT giant reveals an unconventional executive compensation structure.

More studies are starting to suggest that the happiness of employees drives positive shareholder returns.

While leveraged ETFs are great tools for short-term trades, steer clear of them for long-term holds.

How does China do this, and what are the effects on the U.S. economy?

The last few years have created a number of opportunities for investors to profit from headline risk. Is Carnival's shipwreck one of them?

Ever since the United States abandoned the gold standard in 1973, a small but vocal minority of economists have championed its revival. Are they crazy to do so?

Don't believe everything you hear about Europe.

Take a look behind Wall Street's most impenetrable curtain with this list of 10 stocks that hedge funds love.

Use exchange-traded funds to take your investing strategy to the next level.

A close look at the mortgage REIT giant reveals a less obvious type of risk exposure.