Oct 4, 2016 by Jordan Wathen4 Top Vanguard Bond FundsThree bond index funds and one actively managed bond fund round out the list of the best Vanguard bond funds.
Oct 3, 2016 by Jordan WathenWhy Janus Capital Group Inc Stock Is Rising TodayShares of the asset management company are surging on the announcement of a merger with Henderson Group.
Oct 3, 2016 by Jordan WathenThe 4 Best Fidelity Mutual FundsThese four Fidelity mutual funds could be used as the building blocks of a diversified 401(k) or Individual Retirement Account.
Oct 2, 2016 by Jordan Wathen3 Top Vanguard Dividend ETFsThese three Vanguard dividend ETFs are diversified, low cost, and boast returns that are boosted by beefy dividend yields.
Oct 1, 2016 by Jordan WathenVanguard Windsor II: Vanguard’s OddballThe Vanguard Windsor II employs a long list of managers to pick value stocks, but is it a winner for your portfolio?
Sep 30, 2016 by Jordan WathenWhy Shares of Deutsche Bank AG Jumped 14% TodayShares of the global bank are rising on reports that it may pay less to settle with the DOJ than originally feared.
Sep 29, 2016 by Jordan WathenVanguard PRIMECAP Fund: An Active Fund Endorsed by an Index Fund KingThe Vanguard PRIMECAP Fund is managed by stockpickers who aren't afraid to make bold bets in the pursuit of market-beating returns.
Sep 29, 2016 by Jordan WathenFidelity Freedom Funds: Convenience Comes at a CostFidelity Freedom Funds make retirement planning as simple as selecting an ideal retirement date, but the funds' high expenses will drag down investment returns.
Sep 29, 2016 by Jordan WathenBond ETF: How to Pick a Great Bond FundFollow these four rules when picking any bond ETF or index fund.
Sep 28, 2016 by Jordan WathenAmerican Express Wins in the CourtsThe Second Circuit Court of Appeals sides with American Express, reversing a decision against the company by the Department of Justice.
Sep 26, 2016 by Jordan WatheniShares ETF: Top Choices for Your PortfolioYou can build a diversified portfolio of stocks and bonds with iShares ETFs. From emerging market stocks to safer government bonds, here are some of the best ETFs iShares has to offer.
Sep 26, 2016 by Jordan WathenBlackRock Equity Dividend Fund: Right for You?The BlackRock Equity Dividend Fund promises good returns and higher dividend yields, but look out for fees.
Sep 25, 2016 by Jordan WathenVanguard High Dividend Yield Index Fund: A Simple High-Yield Stock PortfolioVanguard's High Dividend Yield Index Fund promises higher yields from a mix of mostly large-cap stocks. Is it right for you?
Sep 24, 2016 by Jordan WathenBest Dividend Mutual Funds for 2016Low fees, good performance, and high yields make these the best dividend mutual funds for 2016.
Sep 23, 2016 by Jordan WathenWhy Santander Consumer USA Holdings Inc. Stock Is Surging TodayThe subprime auto lender announced that it will restate three years of financial results, increasing first-quarter 2016 earnings and book value.
Sep 23, 2016 by Jordan WathenBest Dividend ETF: 5 Contenders for the Top Income ETFThese dividend ETFs pay high yields, have excellent historical returns, and carry low annual expense ratios, all of which are hallmarks of the best dividend ETF.
Sep 22, 2016 by Jordan WathenVanguard Precious Metals and Mining Fund: No Sure BetVanguard's precious metals and mining fund carries low fees, but lacks where it really counts -- long-run performance.
Sep 22, 2016 by Jordan Wathen3 Ways Drones Could Change the Insurance IndustryHere's how the insurance industry could save as much as $6.8 billion per year by using remote-controlled drones.
Sep 18, 2016 by Jordan WathenWhat Is Socially Responsible Investing?An increasing number of investors are looking at more than just financial statements to pick investments. Should you join the growing crowd looking to do well by doing good?
Sep 18, 2016 by Jordan WathenDon't Count on "Spillover" Income to Save These Double-Digit Dividend YieldsHigh-yielding business development companies suggest that spillover can save a dividend from meager earnings going forward. But investors should be wary.