Gold has been a relatively poor performer since the stock market’s low over three years ago. Nonetheless, here’s why gold belongs in many portfolios, especially as a hedge against downturns. Read More

The software giant entered the tablet-computer market with a bang on Monday night. Is its new device an iPad killer—or too little, too late? Read More

Stocks of companies that report earnings based substantially on non-cash accruals underperform the stocks of companies that report earnings based mostly on cash. Read More

Although most of the financial media is fixated on the European debt crisis, income investors should pay close attention to China. That’s because a strengthening Chinese economy will bolster markets along with dividend-paying names. Read More

The Australian coal industry faces numerous headwinds, but one of the country’s youngest billionaires sees opportunity in the sector from which he made his fortune. Amid such industry consolidation, we consider what opportunities remain for the individual investor. Read More

The boom in ultra-deepwater drilling is accelerating, providing great opportunities in this sector. Here’s why investors should “go deep.” Read More

For income-seeking investors, initial public offerings of master limited partnerships can be a lucrative opportunity to buy into long-term growth stories at favorable valuations. Read More

Ignore the doomsayers about the Middle Kingdom. Even as China wrestles with serious problems that are both domestic and global in scope, its economy remains on track for respectable growth this year. Read More

Ignore the doomsayers about the Middle Kingdom. Even as China wrestles with serious problems that are both domestic and global in scope, its economy remains on track for respectable growth this year. Read More

Why pay full price when you can buy stocks on sale using stock options? Well, there is one reason, but it's not a dealbreaker. Read More