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Jordan Wathen

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Recent Articles by Jordan Wathen

Jul 13, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

What Are Marketable Securities?

Marketable securities can run the gamut from stocks to corporate bonds and U.S. government debt. Here's the definition of marketable securities, complete with real-world examples.

Jul 13, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

3 Best Property and Casualty Insurance Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

These three property and casualty insurance stocks have the traits that create market-beating returns. Here's why Berkshire Hathaway, Markel Insurance, and Safety Insurance Group are worthy of your watchlist of companies to buy and hold forever.

Mar 14, 2018 by Jordan Wathen

5 Best WisdomTree ETFs

The best WisdomTree ETFs offer diversified exposures, low fees, and higher yields. Here are five of WisdomTree's best ETFs.

Feb 16, 2018 by Jordan Wathen

Dow Jones ETF: 2 Ways to Buy the Dow

Here are two low-cost ETFs to own every stock in the Dow Jones Industrial Average. One ETF offers a plain-vanilla way to track the DJIA, while the other Dow ETF offers a higher-yield twist.

Jun 14, 2017 by Jordan Wathen

Vanguard Emerging Markets ETF: Pros and Cons

It's no standout star, but what Vanguard's FTSE Emerging Markets ETF lacks in performance, it makes up for in low expenses.

Jul 6, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Why Berkshire Hathaway Wants to Buy More Wells Fargo Stock

Long before Berkshire Hathaway favored utilities for safe returns, Buffett banked on Wells Fargo.

Mar 23, 2018 by Jordan Wathen

The Best Commodity ETFs

Bank on rising commodity prices with these specialized and diversified commodity ETFs. Here's how to own commodities including gold, silver, oil, natural gas, cattle, corn, soybeans and more.

Jul 3, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Best Bond ETFs for 2016 and Beyond

Low costs and broad diversification make these bond ETFs an excellent choice for 2016 and beyond.

May 30, 2018 by Jordan Wathen

Best Small-Cap ETFs

These are the three best small-cap ETFs for your portfolio.

Jul 1, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

2 High-Yield Stocks I Wouldn't Buy Today

You'll get the chance to buy these high-yield REITs at a lower price before giving up much in the way of lost dividends.

Jun 30, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

American Express: Buy the Dividends and Buyback?

Increased share repurchases and dividends can only go so far for the company's share price.

Jun 30, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

1 Chart That Shows Why Bank Stocks are Getting Crushed

This chart shows why regional bank stocks have been obliterated by Brexit.

Jun 29, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Why PrivateBancorp Stock Is Surging Today

Shares of the Chicago-based lender are surging on the back of an agreement to be acquired by Canadian bank CIBC.

Jun 28, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Why Lloyds Banking Group PLC and Prudential Public Limited Company Jumped Today

Shares of U.K. financials catch a bid after two days of intense selling.

Jun 27, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Why WisdomTree Investments Stock is Dropping

Shares of the asset manager are falling as two of its largest exchange-traded funds lose assets to stock price declines.

Jun 27, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Why SVB Financial Group Dropped 10% on Monday

A compressed yield curve will affect SVB Financial Group's ability to ride rate increases to bigger profits.

Jun 27, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Why Lloyds Banking Group, Barclays, and Royal Bank of Scotland Are Plummeting Today

A post-Brexit selloff of European banks continued on Monday.

Jun 27, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Why Shares of Genworth Financial Inc. Are Dropping Today

Post-Brexit interest rate concerns appear to be weighing on the company's share price.

Jun 27, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Why SVB Financial Group Dropped 10% on Friday

Brexit strikes a California-based bank holding company.

May 29, 2018 by Jordan Wathen

The 5 Best Healthcare ETFs

Examining the best healthcare ETFs, with high trading volume, low annual expense ratios, and ample choice for every investor.

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