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5 cheap stocks under $ 10, even big players might like

There is a lot of risk and potential for a good deal on these underestimated stocks.
5 cheap stocks under $ 10, even big players might like

Here are the top 3 reasons you should use a financial advisor (and choosing investments is not part of it)

Counselors can help you with difficult questions such as when to take Social Security, what is the most effective way to take advantage of your retirement savings and how to pay for long-term care.
Here are the top 3 reasons you should use a financial advisor (and choosing investments is not part of it)

How a series of victories over Vanguard for 12 years makes it the Amazon of Wealth Management

Vanguard cashed more funds than any other fund company for 12 consecutive years.
How a series of victories over Vanguard for 12 years makes it the Amazon of Wealth Management

Three Things to Look For in Warren Buffett's Annual Letter of Shareholders

Berkshire Hathaway's annual report is scheduled to be released on Saturday.
Three Things to Look For in Warren Buffett's Annual Letter of Shareholders

Even top stock market investors fail to sell

Mutual fund managers would do better to sell a security at random.
Even top stock market investors fail to sell

Why could the stock market soon sink into a dangerous "slope of hope"

The prevailing mood has gone from extreme pessimism to extreme optimism, said Mark Hulbert.
Why could the stock market soon sink into a dangerous "slope of hope"

How are $ 1 trillion index funds vulnerable to manipulation that could "hurt US investors"?

Index funds are threatened by the dangers. A segment of the stock market is known for its track record of outperforming actively managed funds and, ironically, stock selection may be a major concern for passive index funds.
How are $ 1 trillion index funds vulnerable to manipulation that could hurt US investors?

Why is it important to invest in equities if mergers fail?

Vitaliy Katsenelson writes that companies tout synergy, minimize cultural challenges and conflicts.
Why is it important to invest in equities if mergers fail?

How to spot and prepare for a recession

Predicting a recession is not an exact science, but these three indicators can help you see a neighbor.
How to spot and prepare for a recession

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