Latest articles by Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA
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I Have $20,000 to Invest. What Should I Do?
We asked a financial expert to weigh in on where to invest $20,000.
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Best Closed-End Funds (CEFs) to Buy Now
The best closed-end funds will allow you to buy their underlying stocks and bonds at discounts and significantly boost your portfolio income.
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How Do Tariffs Impact the Stock Market?
Trump's tariff announcement sent shockwaves through the stock market, and there are still a lot of moving parts. Here, we look at what impact tariffs have on the stock market and your portfolio.
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Why Does the Fed Prefer PCE Over CPI?
Inflation has been top of mind for lots of folks in recent years. Most of Wall Street follows the CPI, but the Fed favors the PCE. Here's why.
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The Best ETFs to Buy Now
Finding the best ETFs to buy in an uncertain market environment can seem like a tall task, but these five picks are a good place to start.
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What Is the Rule of 72 and How Can Investors Use It?
The Rule of 72 is an easy way to calculate how long it will take your investment to double in value. Here's how it works.
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What Is Shorting a Stock?
Shorting a stock is a bet its price will decline, and it's not for the faint of heart. Here's why shorting a stock is a high-risk strategy for investors.
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The 5 Best BDC Stocks to Buy Now
dividend stocks Business development companies (BDCs) are a small but sky-high-yielding industry that effectively acts as private equity for the common investor.
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Trump's Sovereign Wealth Fund: What Is It And How Does It Work?
President Trump signed an executive order that puts in motion plans for a U.S. sovereign wealth fund. Here's what a sovereign wealth fund is and how it works.
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What Is a Hedge Fund and Should I Invest in One?
Hedge funds can be thought of as private mutual funds that employ various strategies to generate returns. Here's why they're not suitable for everyone.
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A Beginner's Guide to Investing in the Stock Market
Learning how to invest in the stock market can be overwhelming, but this guide provides some first steps for newbies.
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Qualified Dividends vs Ordinary Dividends: What To Know
dividend stocks What are qualified dividends vs ordinary dividends? Here, we look at which is which, how each one is taxed and what that means for investors.
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The Best and Worst Presidents (According to the Stock Market)
Markets Which U.S. presidents oversaw the best and worst stock market performances? Just for grins, let's see what a 'stock market Mount Rushmore' might look like.
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How to Manage Risk With Diversification
"Don't put all your eggs in one basket" means different things to different investors. Here's how to manage your risk with portfolio diversification.
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How Selling a Losing Stock Position Can Lower Your Tax Bill
Unloading an underperforming stock can help keep your investment returns growing while trimming your tax bill. Here's how this strategy works.
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An End-of-Year Investing Checklist
December is a great time to get your portfolios in order. Investors can follow this checklist to assess what changes they may or may not need to make.
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What Happens When a Treasury Bill Matures?
Plan to squeeze the most value out of your investment when a Treasury bill matures.
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The Best Monthly Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Now
Your bills come monthly. Why not your dividend checks? These are some of the best monthly dividend stocks for income planning.
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What Does the Trump Presidency Mean for the Fed?
We take a look at what Donald Trump's potential economic plans could mean for inflation, the Fed and Jerome Powell. Here's what you need to know.
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Can a President Fix Inflation? Here's What Donald Trump Could Do
Inflation has been a thorn in the side of many presidential administrations, but how much impact does the commander-in-chief have over price growth?
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How a Second Trump Presidency Could Impact Truth Social
Donald Trump's majority ownership in Truth Social's parent company creates another curveball if he wins a second presidential term.
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What Elections Mean for Interest Rates
The election can indirectly impact interest rates, but the Federal Reserve remains in the driver's seat when it comes to borrowing costs.
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Japan's Stock Market Crash and Recovery: What Happened and What Investors Can Do
Japan's stock market suffered its biggest one-day drop since Black Monday in August but quickly bounced. Here's what happened and what it means for investors.
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What Is a Stock Split and Why It Matters To Investors
A stock split can indicate that a company is healthy – but don't fall for the hype.
