Crude oil, gold, agricultural goods, copper, and a bevy of other raw inputs are booming, thanks to a rapidly recovering global economy. Read More

After a brutal pounding during the coronavirus pandemic, the energy industry is resurgent as crude oil prices rise and the economy grows. Read More

The month got off to a roaring start with stocks reaching record highs, but worries about inflation and the lingering pandemic are generating volatility. Read More

Bond yields have been steadily climbing as investors fret about inflation, putting pressure on stocks. Will this dynamic continue? Read More

Inflation fears have been rising, in turn pushing up bond yields and pressuring stocks. Here’s how to hedge your portfolio. Read More

Looking for reasonably valued growth prospects as the global economy expands? Asian markets convey considerable appeal now. Read More

The pandemic is still with is, but cases are falling and quarantines are lifting. Consumers are in a spending mood, which bodes well for financial markets. Read More

Here’s a roundup of reader opinions on inflation. Some of you aren’t worried about rising prices, whereas others sound the alarm. What’s an investor to do? Read More

Prices and interest rates are rising, but inflation fears are premature. For stocks to continue rallying, the pandemic-damaged economy needs stimulus. Read More

Prices for lithium, copper, and other vital raw materials are poised to soar this year and beyond. Here's why commodities belong in your portfolio. Read More