After a very disappointing 2022, the equity market has begun the new year in much better fashion with all the major averages up at least 3.5% through the first 13 days of January. And as this is being driven by growth stocks and small-caps, which were among the worst performers last year […]
getty Before mutual funds became the de facto standard investment option in 401(k) plans, before 401(k) plans became the de facto standard retirement savings option, most people invested in individual securities. Sure, mutual funds existed back then, but they often carried large commission charges, even larger front-end loads, and, to discourage you from leaving, mutual […]
Trends 2023 Word in White Sticky Note on Blue Cardboard Background getty There are three big overlooked trends in the stock market now, and by tapping each one, we can set ourselves up for some very nice long-term gains in my favorite high-yield vehicles: closed-end funds (CEFs). The 11.8%-yielding CEF we’ll discuss further on, the […]
LONDON, UNITED KINGDON – NOVEMBER 10: Just the ticket – iconic London and Paris landmarks made from … [+] recycled train tickets have been created as Eurostar launches fares from £29 one-way when booked between 30th December and 12th January. (Photo by Tristan Fewings/Getty Images for Eurostar) getty Writers or presenters in need of a […]
