We look at the best and worst performing sectors for earnings growth in the fourth quarter. We also examine the S&P 500’s earnings recession. Read More

If your portfolio is properly positioned, you can respond calmly and rationally to unexpected external shocks and sharp downturns. Read More

The contrast in Q4 results between positive revenues and negative earnings is raising questions about net profit margins. Read More

Boeing's safety woes weigh on the Dow and underscore broader economic and trade problems that could worsen this year. Read More

The bulls are undeterred, despite high valuations and rising risks. That's a bad sign, but here's a correction-proof play. Read More

Avoid uttering these phrases about the markets. They’re commonly heard but utterly dumb. Read More

Investors are learning that the hyped “phase one” trade deal is hollow. To keep stocks afloat, the burden rests on Q4 earnings. Read More

Fourth-quarter operating reports are racing our way. Here’s how average investors can win the "expectations game." Read More

Stocks continue to rally but don’t get too excited by arbitrary milestones. This year, we're unlikely to match the gains of 2019. Read More

Military tensions have de-escalated in the Persian Gulf, but the real threat to investors is persistent energy volatility. Read More