Latest articles by Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA
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The Best and Worst Presidents (According to the Stock Market)
Markets Which U.S. presidents oversaw the best and worst stock market performances? Just for grins, let's see what a 'stock market Mount Rushmore' might look like.
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The Best ETFs to Buy Now
Finding the best ETFs to buy in an uncertain market environment can seem like a tall task, but these five picks are a good place to start.
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How a Second Trump Presidency Could Impact Truth Social
Donald Trump's majority ownership in Truth Social's parent company creates another curveball if he wins a second presidential term.
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What Elections Mean for Interest Rates
The election can indirectly impact interest rates, but the Federal Reserve remains in the driver's seat when it comes to borrowing costs.
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How Much Influence Could Harris or Trump Actually Have Over Inflation?
Inflation has been a thorn in the side of many presidential administrations, but can a president fix inflation? Here's what influence Harris or Trump could have in office.
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A Beginner's Guide to Investing in the Stock Market
Learning how to invest in the stock market can be overwhelming, but this guide provides some first steps for newbies.
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The Rule of 72 Is an Easy Way to Assess Your Investments. Are You Using It?
The Rule of 72 is an easy way to calculate how long it will take your investment to double in value. Here's how it works.
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The 9 Best Monthly Dividend Stocks To Buy Right Now
Your bills come monthly. Why not your dividend checks? These are some of the best monthly dividend stocks for income planning.
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The 5 Best BDC Stocks to Buy Now
dividend stocks Business development companies (BDCs) are a small but sky-high-yielding industry that effectively acts as private equity for the common investor.
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Japan's Stock Market Crash and Recovery: What Happened and What Investors Can Do
Japan's stock market suffered its biggest one-day drop since Black Monday in August but quickly bounced. Here's what happened and what it means for investors.
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Best Closed-End Funds (CEFs) to Buy Now
The best closed-end funds will significantly boost your portfolio income and allow you to buy their underlying stocks and bonds at a discount.
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What Is a Stock Split and Why It Matters To Investors
A stock split can indicate that a company is healthy – but don't fall for the hype.
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Should You Prioritize Paying Off Student Loans?
There are several factors to consider to decide if you should prioritize paying off your student loans.
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What Happens When a Treasury Bill Matures?
Plan to squeeze the most value out of your investment when a Treasury bill matures.
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What Is a Soft Landing?
A soft landing starts with the Fed and is achieved if the central bank brings inflation down without pushing the economy into a recession.
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What Is a Hedge Fund And Should I Invest In One?
Hedge funds can be thought of as private mutual funds that employ various strategies to see returns, but they're not for everyone. Here's why.
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Gold Investing: What's Next After Recent Gold Price Highs?
gold If you're hesitant about gold investing simply because prices have run up so much already, here are a few points to consider.
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What Is Shorting a Stock?
Shorting a stock means betting its share price will go lower, but the strategy is not for the faint of heart. Here's why shorting a stock is so risky for investors.
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What Is Arbitrage?
Arbitrage involves the simultaneous buying and selling of an asset in hopes of turning a risk-free profit.
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What Is Inflation?
Inflation has been top of mind for investors in recent years, but what is inflation and why does it matter?
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Best EV Stocks to Buy
investing Electric vehicle stocks are making a comeback amid an industry-wide shift to battery-powered vehicles. Here are seven to consider.
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Don't Bet on a Minimum Wage Increase
Congress is unlikely to pass a federal minimum wage increase, but other factors may boost wages to help workers keep up with inflation.
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How the Debt Ceiling Impacts Your Finances
If Congress doesn’t raise the debt ceiling soon, the U.S. could default, sending borrowing costs higher and possibly delaying Social Security payments.
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Where to Find the Best Bond Market Deals
The bond market is starting to look interesting after a rough start to the year. Here's how to find the best opportunities based on your own investing goals.
