Many economists fear inflation will come roaring back soon. These strategies can shield your retirement income just in case.
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The department store chain has thrived in a tough climate for retailers that cater to middle-income consumers.
Savers and bond investors will suffer in the coming years as governments keep interest rates artificially low, says Carmen Reinhart, co-author of a well-received book called This Time is Different. Stocks will stay volatile but do better than bonds.
Even with high market volatility, these companies will provide important clues about who's really in charge, the bulls or the bears.
Intrepid investors can cash in on catastrophes like the Costa Concordia shipwreck, but Carnival's prospects remain unclear.
Invest in energy and rental real estate, trust the dollar, and shield your assets from volatility.
Split your nest egg into separate buckets to generate income throughout your retirement.
Take advantage of the market's pessimism about the industry, and buy into buyouts.
Knowing the amount of money you invested in a stock can help you hold on to more of a gain or make the best of a loss.
Tying up a large part of your nest egg in a single stock could be bad for your wealth.
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Whether the market goes up or down from here, these blue chips are great investments.