Investment
Investing should be easy – just buy low and sell high – but most of us have trouble following that simple advice. There are principles and strategies that may enable you to put together an investment portfolio that reflects your risk tolerance, time horizon, and goals. Understanding these principles and strategies can help you avoid some of the pitfalls that snare some investors.
Where Is the Market Headed?
We all know the stock market can be unpredictable. We all want to know, “What’s next for the financial markets?”
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Should You Invest in Exchange Traded Funds?
There are thousands of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?
Five for Friday – March 6, 2026
Ross looks at how war affects the market and gas prices – and then touches on recent signs that economic activity is up.
The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
In the Markets Now: Iran Conflict (Week 3)
Ross Mayfield is joined by Michael Antonelli to discuss the war in the Middle East.
Modern-Day Wealth Management
Wealth management is about more than just stocks and annuities, it’s about learning what makes you happy.
Five for Friday – May 22, 2026
Ross looks at near-term bubble questions, long-term optimism and a big jump in corporate profit expectations.
All That Matters: What Just Happened?
Was August’s market selloff just a blip, or a sign of something bigger?
Diversification: The "Free Lunch" of Portfolio Building
While diversification doesn’t guarantee against loss, it is often a successful long-term strategy.
How Much Should You Be Worried About Inflation?
Baird's John Taft and Mike Antonelli offer their perspectives on the future of your assets during a time of inflation.
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Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.
Should I Invest in Gold?
Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.
From Boats to Brokers
From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
What Smart Investors Know
Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
Jane Bond: Scaling the Ladder
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, uncovering the mystery of bond laddering.
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