Stocks & Bonds

From oil prices to the Swiss franc, we explain why volatility is on the rise and what you should do now.

International bonds can offer diversification benefits and attractive yields.

Most U.S. stocks are overvalued today. Throw in concerns about weakening global economic growth, and the market looks vulnerable.

Don’t be tempted by the fat payouts—they may be in jeopardy. Ditto for the share prices.

Stock corrections are inevitable, but there are ways to minimize the impact.

Physics tells us that bodies in motion tend to stay in motion. Likewise, some winning stocks just keep on going. And the ones that have excelled through ...

The furniture maker is taking advantage of a growing economy.

Stock prices are reasonable relative to earnings and the returns from alternatives are meager. So, there's your upside potential.

China's domestic consumers are willing to spend, giving the economy a sounder footing.

Following big price run-ups, most income categories are no longer cheap. But neither are they overvalued.

Helped by energy-related partnerships, this young fund has delivered stellar results.

The Kiss frontman riffs on investing, saving and building a brand.

Reviewing past investing decisions, whether they've yielded good or bad results, will help you become a better investor.

Despite the big gains, prospects remain bright for most of the companies on the winners' list.

Not surprisingly, energy stocks dominate the list of the biggest stinkers.

It's not too late to trim your tax bill for 2014.

Americans are feeling more confident and are unlocking their wallets. That’s bullish for these companies.

The bond bubble has to burst someday. These five funds are your best bets for that eventuality.

These companies are survivors. Once the price of crude oil stops sliding, their shares will take off.

Although shares of the Chinese e-commerce leader look expensive, the company’s rapid growth may justify the price.

Google trades at a price-earnings ratio of 19, an attractive valuation for a great company.

As more Americans find jobs, they're willing to spend, priming the economy. Lower fuel and food prices are helping, too.

A conflicted bull market may be experiencing a late-life crisis, but it’s not headed for a total breakdown yet.

But she cautions that not having some global exposure could mean missed opportunities, particularly in Europe.

We pick companies that will grow no matter what happens to the economy.

Much of your portfolio's performance will depend on the kinds of bonds you own and their maturities, which should be a lot less than 10 years.

The men who run the Primecap funds are so under the radar we couldn’t even find their pictures. And that’s just the way they want it.

I was drawn to Acacia Research because my family is loaded with lawyers and engineers.

Bank of America has made great progress in cutting costs and settling legal claims for shoddy mortgage securities.

The bull market may have more room to run in 2015, but it will do so erratically. So while we still see gains for stocks, they won't be as across-the-board ...

All these companies face big changes in their industries. For some, a turnaround could come eventually. But for now, it's best to sell these stocks (or ...

Not enough attention has been paid to the Fed policy's negative effects on savers.

If Americans shop till they drop, these companies are bound to benefit.

Dividends in Standard & Poor’s 500-stock index have been increasing at double-digit percentage rates in recent years, rewarding income-hungry investors. ...

When a stock costs less than dinner at a fast-food joint, there’s almost always a reason. The company may be losing money, experimenting with unproven ...

The bargains aren’t just at the gas pump. These stocks will prosper as energy prices fall.

Index funds' low fees take a smaller bite out of meager yields.

The longer and higher share prices advance, the harder it is to find good companies selling at attractive prices. But they're out there.

As companies look to unlock value by breaking up, investors have a variety of opportunities.

The effort we put into our broker survey extends to picking all the winners across dozens of categories of personal-finance products and services.

As part of Kiplinger's annual best list, which rounds up the year's best financial products and services, we selected not just stocks and funds, but information ...

When I feel a passion to buy or sell a stock or fund, I question my impulse and test whether the opposite position isn't better.

These companies will prosper as corporate America starts to upgrade and replace plants and equipment.

It's crazy to buy European bonds when the euro is losing value and you can get at least a percentage point more yield from Uncle Sam.

After this year's plunge, shares of the Panamanian airline appear cheap, trading for just 10 times estimated 2015 earnings.

With Hennessy Cornerstone Mid Cap 30's review system, stocks come and go.

Fidelity takes top honors, but most of these firms shine in one category or another.

These reliable dividend payers span the market.

After last year's spectacular stock market rally, many investors have relearned this year that share price gains aren't guaranteed. That should foster ...

The high yield of preferred stocks should be a garnish to your portfolio, not the main course, as you'll be taking on more risk.