James K. Glassman
Contributing Columnist, Kiplinger's Personal Finance
James K. Glassman is a visiting fellow at the American Enterprise Institute. His most recent book is Safety Net: The Strategy for De-Risking Your Investments in a Time of Turbulence.
The Truth About Index Funds
Index Funds
The Truth About Index Funds
You may think you're diversified by buying an S&P 500 Index fund, but you're making a substantial wager on a handful of stocks.
August 27, 2021
I Still Like the Trillion-Dollar Stocks
Becoming an Investor
I Still Like the Trillion-Dollar Stocks
Unlike the highfliers of the late 1990s, these trillionaires make tons of money.
July 29, 2021
It's a Good Time to Invest in Europe
Foreign Stocks & Emerging Markets
It's a Good Time to Invest in Europe
Europe is not exactly stable, but investors can feel better putting their money there.
June 24, 2021
Disrupters Are Driving the Car Market
Becoming an Investor
Disrupters Are Driving the Car Market
I was not a Tesla believer years ago, but I am now. Tesla's future looks pretty spectacular, and its stock price has lately become more attractive.
May 26, 2021
Finally, on the Brink of Dow 36,000
Markets
Finally, on the Brink of Dow 36,000
The main thrust of our book was that buying and holding a diversified stock portfolio is by far the best strategy.
April 24, 2021
Why You Should Consider Commodities
Stock Market Today
Why You Should Consider Commodities
Besides offering protection against inflation, commodities are good diversifiers in a portfolio.
March 23, 2021
A Word About Short Selling: Don’t
Becoming an Investor
A Word About Short Selling: Don’t
When you buy a stock, the worst that can happen is you lose what you invested. With a short, you can lose much more.
February 18, 2021
When to Give Up on a Stock
Becoming an Investor
When to Give Up on a Stock
Selling should have little to do with price. What matters is the business itself and whether it has changed for the worse.
January 27, 2021
Time to Book Some Travel Stocks
Becoming an Investor
Time to Book Some Travel Stocks
Many travel companies will revive and even thrive, so take advantage of some exceptional bargains.
December 23, 2020
James Glassman’s 10 Stock Market Picks for 2021
Becoming an Investor
James Glassman’s 10 Stock Market Picks for 2021
Chipmaker Intel, down nearly 19% in the past year, looks like an unusual tech bargain.
November 26, 2020
Investing in Uncertain Times
Investor Psychology
Investing in Uncertain Times
Trust your gut. Buy companies that you believe have terrific ideas even if you are not sure how they will work out.
October 20, 2020
Not Every Value Stock Is a Good One
Investor Psychology
Not Every Value Stock Is a Good One
As a sector, value stocks have been hammered. But there are still plenty of good deals out there — you just have to be choosy.
October 1, 2020
Finding Good Stocks in a Bad Sector
Investor Psychology
Finding Good Stocks in a Bad Sector
If you seek value among sectors that are out of favor, you may find it hard to resist small-cap stocks.
August 27, 2020
Cash In on a Housing Revolution
Markets
Cash In on a Housing Revolution
COVID-19 will change home buying for the better, in part by creating more homebodies.
July 22, 2020
I'm Still Bullish on China
Foreign Stocks & Emerging Markets
I'm Still Bullish on China
Political threats to China's economy are real. But they are also well known and already reflected in stock prices.
July 2, 2020
JAMES GLASSMAN: When Stocks Are Down, Grab Your Wish List
investing
JAMES GLASSMAN: When Stocks Are Down, Grab Your Wish List
Purchasing stocks when the market is hurting requires discipline. But it’s the way to get great companies at a reasonable price
June 4, 2020
FAANGs + 1: Higher Tech, Lower Risk
investing
FAANGs + 1: Higher Tech, Lower Risk
These stocks can withstand the shocks that are becoming more common in our interconnected world.
May 7, 2020
Can Rates Go Any Lower?
investing
Can Rates Go Any Lower?
Rates can go even lower than they are now. In some European and Asian nations, negative yields have prevailed for years.
April 3, 2020
Don’t Give Up on Energy Stocks
investing
Don’t Give Up on Energy Stocks
Remember the “peak oil” fears? Looks like we’ll be pulling oil and gas from the ground for decades to come.
March 6, 2020
Benjamin Graham’s Timeless Advice
investing
Benjamin Graham’s Timeless Advice
You don’t have to be a brilliant analyst like Graham to recognize the value in value today.
January 30, 2020
Luxury Stocks: Profit from Indulgence
stocks
Luxury Stocks: Profit from Indulgence
Luxury-goods houses ride high on the power of individual brands—names that evoke style, quality and endurance.
December 27, 2019
The 20 Best Stocks to Buy for 2020
stocks
The 20 Best Stocks to Buy for 2020
Get ready to rumble. The best stocks to buy for 2020 will undoubtedly have growth potential, but they also should be able to withstand a market tantru…
December 13, 2019
James Glassman’s Top Stock Picks for 2020
stocks
James Glassman’s Top Stock Picks for 2020
Nvidia may be the best artificial intelligence play. The stock has bounced off its June low but still offers excellent value.
November 27, 2019
Dine Out on Restaurant Stocks
investing
Dine Out on Restaurant Stocks
Although these are flush times for eating out, success for restaurants can still be elusive. The tight labor market has hit them especially hard.
October 3, 2019
The Long-Term Allure of Dividends
investing
The Long-Term Allure of Dividends
The S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats index has returned an annualized 18.3% over the past 10 years, compared with 17.1% for the S&P 500.
October 2, 2019
Betting on Stocks Down Under
investing
Betting on Stocks Down Under
With their sound fundamentals and enticing yields, Australian stocks make logical additions to any portfolio.
August 29, 2019
Picking Stocks: It’s Okay to Go With Your Gut
investing
Picking Stocks: It’s Okay to Go With Your Gut
Investing in a Big Idea is more fun than other investing strategies, potentially more profitable and not necessarily more risky.
August 1, 2019