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The HSBC Financial Clog Index provides a quick, clean look at the level of stress in the system. Read More

Despite the uncertain global economic environment, mining stocks have several positive attributes. When choosing a miner, bigger is always better. Read More

Lennar's sales rose 11% in the fourth quarter of 2011, leading some analysts to ask if a housing rebound is under way. Read More

With the Detroit Auto Show in full swing, cars are on Jim's mind. Several automobile stocks look like attractive investments, but one looks better than all the rest. Read More

It could be difficult for investors to capitalize on the latest advance in gene sequencing. But we’ve found one ETF that provides broad exposure to this disruptive technology.   Read More

All things considered--and this, too, is a relative game--there’s little reason for investors to fear Australian politicians. Read More

Are the apocalyptic financial visions of bond king Bill Gross insightful or just a smoke screen for his own poor performance? Read More

Emerging-market consumers will see their wages rise in 2012. That means more profits for companies that cater to their needs. Read More

Asset managers are striving aggressively to increase their share of the over $1 trillion ETF marketplace. Fortunately, investors stand to benefit when ETF sponsors choose to compete on cost. Read More