Fixed Income

A Preferred Share Primer

When I talk about dividend stocks here at Money and Markets, I almost always mean common shares of a company.

But today I want to…

3Nov2009 | Money and Markets | 0 comments | Continued

Many Flavors of Bond ETFs

Stocks are definitely the most popular asset class covered by exchange-traded funds (ETFs), but you can buy a lot of other things, too. For instance,…

2Oct2009 | Money and Markets | 0 comments | Continued

What to Make of Corporate Bonds Now

As I’ve made clear plenty of times before … I consider solid dividend-paying stocks to be the best long-term income investments on the planet.

But I also…

8Sep2009 | Money and Markets | 0 comments | Continued

iShares iBoxx $ Investment Grade Corporate Bond Fund (NYSE: LQD)

The U.S. stock market has enjoyed a strong rally since the early spring, but while the economy has shown improvement, it still faces major headwinds.…

25Aug2009 | Money Morning | 1 comment | Continued

Even Warren Buffett Is Now Saying Bonds Could Crack!

I’ve made no secret about my view on U.S. bonds and the U.S. dollar …

I’ve minced no words, and cut no corners …

Instead, I have…

21Aug2009 | Money and Markets | 0 comments | Continued

How To Grab Growth And Solid Income From The Small-Cap Sector

Can you notch up profits and earn solid, steady income at the same time?

Usually, the two don’t go hand-in-hand – especially not in the small-cap…

17Aug2009 | Smart Profits Report | 1 comment | Continued

The Real Secret to Global Dividend Investing

If you want a stable dividend, focus on global companies.

Dividends still matter. But you have to know where to look.

A record setting 367 companies reduced…

6Aug2009 | Money Morning | 0 comments | Continued

Dividend Investing: Buy This Dividend Paying Stock Before July 23

Last week, I provided my six-step strategy to avoid the dividend investing trap and find stable, high-yield dividends. Today, the rubber hits the road…

If you’re looking…

16Jul2009 | Investment U | 0 comments | Continued

A Safe Way to Build Wealth in the New Normal Economy

Is your portfolio prepared for the “new normal” economy?

In May, Mohammed El-Erian issued a fairly gloomy forecast for the world economy.

The CEO and Co-CIO…

14Jul2009 | Q1 Publishing | 0 comments | Continued

6 Steps for High-Yield Dividends

I just finished reading Bill Gross’ latest market commentary. It’s something I do every month. And I recommend you do the same.

Why?

Forget that it’s always…

8Jul2009 | Investment U | 1 comment | Continued

The Latest on Dividends, and other Market Metrics

I wanted to take a break from the consumer-oriented pieces I’ve been doing lately to give you a complete update on the stock market in…

8Jul2009 | Money and Markets | 1 comment | Continued

Need An Income Investment? Keep Dumping General Electric (GE) and Buy This Stock Instead

Back in January, I advised you to dump everyone’s sweetheart dividend stock, General Electric (NYSE: GE) in favor of TEPPCO Partners (NYSE: TPP).

Many balked at the idea.…

2Jul2009 | Investment U | 0 comments | Continued

TS&W-Claymore Tax Advantaged Balanced Fund: Diversified Profit Play with a High Yield

Last week was a very important one. The U.S. Treasury placed a record level of debt, the Federal Reserve announced it would not expand its…

29Jun2009 | Money Morning | 0 comments | Continued

Tax-Free Bonds: Why Now is the Time to Buy Munis

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. Buy tax-free bonds – now.

  • Buy them through Vanguard if you are a mutual fund investor. (The average…
23Jun2009 | Investment U | 0 comments | Continued

Dividend Stock Investing: Two Sectors With The Most-Stable Yields

Despite the “sell in May and go away” investment adage, the stock market saunters into the final day of May this morning holding steady after…

1Jun2009 | Smart Profits Report | 0 comments | Continued

Government Bonds No Longer A Safe Investment?

With budget deficits on the rise and inflation almost certain to follow, it’s getting easier to see why British or U.S. government bonds are no…

29May2009 | Money Morning | 0 comments | Continued
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