Oil prices have been volatile, as the economic outlook fluctuates. Here’s why the energy patch can serve as a gauge of future stock prices. Read More

In this interview with a top expert, we pinpoint major errors that investors tend to make. We also show you how to trade amid today's risks. Read More

We’ve gotten a wave of reader emails about the market decline and possibility of recession. Here’s a sampling of their concerns and tactics. Read More

As the vacation season unfolds, there isn’t much joy among consumers and investors. Here’s how to trade amid the bearish signals. Read More

The stock market has racked up its worst first six months of a year since 1970. How long will the pain continue? Read More

Economic contraction, soaring inflation, rising rates, overseas war, slumping equities...are the financial markets on the verge of collapse? Read More

Stocks are trying to rebound, but the combination of inflation, rising interest rates, and overseas war is hurting consumer confidence. Read More

Stocks have been fighting to comeback, as evidenced by last week’s robust rally. Is the bear market ending, or do further declines await? Read More

After unexpected shocks, investors are accustomed to central bank easing to ride to the rescue. That won’t happen this time. Read More

In New England, the word “wicked” is used as a general intensifier. Here’s how to cope when stock market conditions are very bad indeed. Read More