This outsourcing giant is implementing shrewd steps that will eventually reverse its slumping fortunes. Read More

These water infrastructure companies are excellent bets on a polluted and overcrowded world that increasingly covets clean water. Read More

When will the Federal Reserve curtail or end its economic stimulus program? That’s been the question of the month – and year. And rightly so. By buying some $85 billion worth of Treasuries and mortgage-backed securities each month, the Fed has kept interest rates low, fueling major rallies in both US bonds and stocks.   Read More

Red flags in earnings reports, and a Dutch auction primer What kind of stocks sell at discounts on a variety of measures? You’d expect them to be the small fry ignored by Wall Street. But you’d be wrong, at least in this current market. Read More

Historically, small stocks have performed far better when interest rates are rising, since rising rates often go hand-in-hand with stronger economic growth. The undervalued favorites of a dividend The undervalued favorites of a dividend devotee Read More

Japan’s stock market is down about 20 percent from the highs hit in May, affording a good buying opportunity for those who missed the rally earlier this year. Read More

A bad era is coming to an end for this Old Republic (NYSE: ORI), whose mortgage-insurance business has been a sinkhole since the 2008 financial crisis. The insurer turned profitable the first quarter of 2013, after years of losses. And it’s expected to earn 82 cents per share this year. Read More

China’s new reform measures to mitigate its income gap have positive ramifications for investors. Read More

Africa’s emergence as an economic force is driving the development on the Continent of a much-needed aviation sector. Read More