We examine the essential reasons why investors should consider dividend reinvestment plans. Read More

ETFs provide an easy way for retail investors to play the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) game. Read More

The estate tax law seems to change every year. That’s no reason to neglect your estate plan. Estate planning is not all about taxes. There are many more important issues you need to address. Read More

Despite the scandal surrounding his role in MF Global’s bankruptcy, Jon Corzine hopes to run money again. And there may be some investors who are willing to let him. Read More

Many analysts thought Facebook’s initial public offering would be one of the most successful ever. Now it appears to be among the worst, with possibly more downside to come. For Facebook’s investors, the nightmare is only beginning. Read More

Although the demands of motherhood in raising small children could detrimentally affect the performance of female CEOs, academic research points to a completely unrelated reason. Read More

UK-based Standard Chartered Bank has settled most of its legal problems with US regulators and paid a fine, clearing the way for this intrinsically strong lender to resume operations without distractions. Read More

Is it a good idea for mothers with young children to work full-time? When the salary is more than $100 million, the answer is probably yes. Read More

Pervasive drought and water shortages, combined with a volatile broader market, make this an opportune time to invest in solid utilities that provide water-related services. Read More

The Federal Reserve's policy statement on August 1st suggests that Quantitative Easing Part 3 (QE3) may be just around the corner. Read More