Becoming an Investor
China Shares Still Hold Promise

China Shares Still Hold Promise
The outlook for profit growth is strong, but the shares are cheap.
August 26, 2021
A Fund for Betting on Infrastructure

A Fund for Betting on Infrastructure
The SPDR S&P Kensho Intelligent Structures ETF invests in both industrials firms and new technologies for clean energy.
August 26, 2021
Should You Invest in Crypto?

Should You Invest in Crypto?
Before you put any money into cryptocurrencies, establish a core portfolio in line with your investing goals.
August 25, 2021
Penny Stocks: Why You Should Always Stay Away

Penny Stocks: Why You Should Always Stay Away
With the exception of some large foreign firms, investors should generally avoid stocks that trade over-the-counter.
August 18, 2021
Readers Find Some Weird Winners

Readers Find Some Weird Winners
Most of the time, I find flaws in offbeat investments with high distributions. But sometimes oddities have their day of glory.
July 30, 2021
I Still Like the Trillion-Dollar Stocks

I Still Like the Trillion-Dollar Stocks
Unlike the highfliers of the late 1990s, these trillionaires make tons of money.
July 29, 2021
How to Play the High-Yield Rally

How to Play the High-Yield Rally
Junk bonds have been on a tear, so this fund has shifted to defense.
July 29, 2021
How to Profit From ETFs

How to Profit From ETFs
Exchange-traded funds aren’t new, but they’re still red-hot. Here’s a detailed look at why you should consider these investment vehicles, for both you…
July 29, 2021
Make a Shopping List for Stocks

Make a Shopping List for Stocks
Identifying candidates to buy before a market sell-off can help you execute a buy-the-dip plan.
July 29, 2021
Shield Your Portfolio From Inflation

Shield Your Portfolio From Inflation
Use our picks to hedge against rising prices that can eat into your investment returns.
July 27, 2021
Lessons from Top Investing Gurus

Lessons from Top Investing Gurus
Take a master class from some of Wall Street’s best.
June 28, 2021
The Tax-Exempt Train Rolls On

The Tax-Exempt Train Rolls On
A powerful force is propping up munis in 2021: U.S. prosperity.
June 25, 2021
Know When to Sell a Stock

Know When to Sell a Stock
The decision to sell isn't easy. Use our guide whether you're taking profits or tossing a loser.
June 25, 2021
A Comeback for Dividends

A Comeback for Dividends
The biggest hikes in the Kiplinger Dividend 15 were 10% increases from Home Depot and Procter & Gamble.
June 24, 2021
Healthcare Stocks Are Bargains Now

Healthcare Stocks Are Bargains Now
Healthcare shares are about as cheap as they have been in 40 years, yet expectations for earnings growth are strong.
June 24, 2021
Buy Low, Sell High with Invesco S&P SmallCap 600 Revenue ETF

Buy Low, Sell High with Invesco S&P SmallCap 600 Revenue ETF
Consumer discretionary companies – makers of nonessential consumer goods and services – compose 27% of the fund's assets.
June 24, 2021
Bank-Loan Funds Are in a Sweet Spot

Bank-Loan Funds Are in a Sweet Spot
They do well when rates are rising and the economy is strong.
June 24, 2021
Perils and Profits of Cannabis Investing with Matt Hawkins 

Perils and Profits of Cannabis Investing with Matt Hawkins
A rapidly evolving legal landscape is keeping cannabis investors on their toes. We talk to private-equity investor Matt Hawkins, who has long experien…
June 2, 2021
Yes, You Can Have Too Much Cash

Yes, You Can Have Too Much Cash
A sizable hoard is comforting but could crimp long-term portfolio gains.
May 27, 2021
Principal Healthcare Innovators: Earnings Not Wanted

Principal Healthcare Innovators: Earnings Not Wanted
This stock fund uses "counterintuitive" criteria to target small and midsize healthcare companies focused on innovation.
May 27, 2021
Bonds: Be Choosy for the Rest of 2021

Bonds: Be Choosy for the Rest of 2021
Enough good things are happening in the economy and some fixed-income sectors (perhaps not T-bonds) to imply better second-half prospects.
May 26, 2021
Vanguard's Jack Brennan: The Best Way to Build Wealth

Vanguard's Jack Brennan: The Best Way to Build Wealth
Employing tried-and-true investing principles is a better strategy to achieve long-term goals than taking a get-rich-quick approach.
May 26, 2021
Winning With SPACs Is a Long Shot

Winning With SPACs Is a Long Shot
With SPACs, you're betting on companies with short track records and uncertain futures – and relying on someone else to find them.
May 26, 2021
Disrupters Are Driving the Car Market

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
5 Steps to Start Investing as a New Mom

5 Steps to Start Investing as a New Mom
New moms typically are maxed out from a time standpoint, but you can start investing for you and your baby with just a few minutes here and there.
May 6, 2021
American Century Small Cap Value (ASVIX) Joins Kip 25

American Century Small Cap Value (ASVIX) Joins Kip 25
American Century's small-cap-focused ASVIX consistently delivers high returns with average risk, and bears little resemblance to its benchmark.
April 30, 2021