Latest articles by Mark R. Hake, CFA
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What Are Dividend Stocks?
Dividend-paying companies are a wise addition to most portfolios, but not all are created equal. Here, we answer the question "what are dividend stocks," and explain how to find the best ones.
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What the Fed's Rate Cut Will Mean for the Market
The Fed cut interest rates by a half-percentage point at its September policy meeting. Here's how this could impact the stock market.
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Venture Capital: What Is It and What Are the Risks?
Venture capital can create impressive returns for investors, but it also carries notable risk. Here, we take a closer look at the pros and cons of VC investing.
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What Is the Dow Jones?
The Dow Jones index is made up of 30 large-cap stocks and is used to measure the performance of the equity market.
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What Is Insider Trading?
Investors often hear about a rogue trader who has been caught in the act of "insider trading." But what is insider trading and how do you avoid it?
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Are You Using Dividend Investing Right?
Dividend investing is a profitable and proven method to generate solid long-term returns. But investors must be tactical when choosing the best dividend stocks.
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Best Retirement Stocks for Income Investors in the Golden Years
The best retirement stocks ideally have attractive dividends that can be sustained. This can lead to steady income and long-term value for retirees.
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Why You Should Have Defensive Stocks in Your Portfolio
What are defensive stocks? They are a worthy addition to any well-rounded portfolio. Here, we look at what they are and how to find the top picks for you.
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Bull Markets vs Bear Markets: The Differences Explained
No one can predict when markets will rise or fall, but it's good to be aware of the differences between bull markets vs bear markets.
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Investing Mistakes Beginners Make and How To Avoid Them
Beginning investors make plenty of wrong turns, but many basic investing mistakes can be avoided by following these rules.
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Best Cash Cows to Buy
Cash cows bring in loads of free cash flow that help them sustain dividends and buybacks – and generate long-term value for investors.
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Best Conservative Retirement Investments
The best conservative retirement investments include a mix of mutual funds that invest in stocks, bonds and money markets.
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Best Defensive Stocks to Buy Now
Investors are concerned about interest rates and the economy, but these best defensive stocks have risk-averse traits that can help calm those fears.
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What Is a Reverse Stock Split?
Reverse stock splits allow a company to immediately raise its share price, but there's a catch.
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What Is Market Cap?
What is market cap? Here we discuss the basics, significance and related issues of the metric that is often used to gauge a company's size and value.
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6 Stock Splits to Have on Your Radar
stocks While stock splits mean nothing in terms of the valuation of a company, they can create opportunities for tactical investors.
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What Is a Stock Buyback?
Stock buybacks are one way for public companies to return capital to shareholders. But what is a stock buyback, and why are they so prevalent?
