Fred W. Frailey
Latest articles by Fred W. Frailey
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Fear of Investing
Markets My father's generation viewed investing as speculation. I'm afraid that same state of mind is back.
By Fred W. Frailey
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15 Things You Absolutely Need to Know About the Panic of 2008
Markets A crash course in why it happened, how it's strangling the nation's finances, how it might work itself out and what you can do while you wait.
By Fred W. Frailey
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Where Are The Wise Money Managers?
investing The hallowed names of value investing haven't done well lately. So we introduce three new kids on the block.
By Fred W. Frailey
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The Fannie Mae Trap
Markets Two smart and savvy investment icons fell hard for Fannie and Freddie. What were they thinking?
By Fred W. Frailey
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Mr. Market Is Stupid
Markets Shares of these three solid companies shouldn't be this cheap.
By Fred W. Frailey
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How I Keep My Sanity While My Savings Vanish
Markets In this first of a series on coping with a plunging stock market, the editor of <i>Kiplinger's Personal Finance</i> reveals how he is turning disaster into opportunity.
By Fred W. Frailey
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6 Things To Do While The World Ends
Markets Rather than panic, follow these tips to pass the time wisely while Congress gets its act together and approves a buyout package.
By Fred W. Frailey
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15 Things You Need to Know About the Panic of 2008
Markets A crash course in why it happened, how it's strangling the nation's finances and how it might work itself out.
By Fred W. Frailey
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My View of the Future
Markets The end of the era of cheap energy will change our housing, transportation and vacation lifestyles.
By Fred W. Frailey
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The Bear Is Still Alive
Markets Two spectacular days on Wall Street have investor hopes soaring, but the slump isn't over yet.
By Fred W. Frailey
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The Fannie & Freddie Saga Is Far From Over
investing The mortgage giants are still caught in a negative spiral, even with backup from the Fed.
By Fred W. Frailey
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Fannie and Freddie: A Run on the Bank?
Markets The odds of government intervention suddenly spike. That's more bad news for markets and the economy.
By Fred W. Frailey
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An Editor's Life
business What, exactly, does the editor of "Kiplinger's Personal Finance" do?
By Fred W. Frailey
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The Stagflation Menace
Economic Forecasts The threat of a stagnant economy teamed with inflation can torment your investments. Here's how to protect your money.
By Fred W. Frailey
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Compelling New Voices
Investor Psychology Two new columnists bring their value-investing insights to Kiplinger's.
By Fred W. Frailey
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My Take on Greed
Markets Greed may throw the entire country into an economic recession. But greed has its upside too.
By Fred W. Frailey
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Advice for Rough Times
Markets Now's the time to take a careful look at your own investments and personal finances. Here's a checklist to help you take stock.
By Fred W. Frailey
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Hands Off This Simple Strategy
Markets Joel Greenblatt's Magic Formula works -- if you stick with the program.
By Fred W. Frailey
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The Power of an Idea
Markets I'd never heard of Noven, but it has the earmarks of a superior investment.
By Fred W. Frailey
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Can This Railroad Run Any Faster?
Markets A British hedge fund tries to shake up an eastern rail giant.
By Fred W. Frailey
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Stoking the Fires at CSX
Markets One of the railroad's largest shareholders wants big changes at the company, and a proxy fight could be around the corner.
By Fred W. Frailey
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Your World and Your Money
Smart Buying Editor Fred Frailey explains the motivation behind the Green Issue -- and, no, it's not politics.
By Fred W. Frailey
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Making Sense of This Market
Markets The Fed's surprise rate cut may help calm the markets. But in the meantime, sell risky plays and move into high-quality companies.
By Fred W. Frailey
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Guess the Mystery Stock
Markets Bill Miller describes a stock but won't reveal the company's name. I've been trying to figure it out, but I'm stumped.
By Fred W. Frailey
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