While the Japanese economy looks to be at its strongest level in decades, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe must still push through with key reforms in order for it to be sustainable, particularly in the labor arena. Read More
Benjamin Shepherd is a recognized exchange-traded fund (ETF), mutual fund and stock expert with an extensive background analyzing time-tested funds, including their managers and strategies. Ben looks for investments that have proven themselves in both bull and bear markets. Ben also specializes in covering emerging markets, pinpointing the most dynamic investments in developing nations for market-beating growth.
Ben is an analyst for Global Income Edge and regularly contributes to Personal Finance, Investing Daily’s flagship product.
Analyst Articles
The strong demographic argument for why inflation is running at relatively low rates today, may be turned on its head tomorrow. Read More
The rising cost of food isn’t an isolated U.S. problem, a trend that will spark greater global inflation. Read More
The Fed is turning its focus away from the job market and toward inflation. Read More
This growing company is developing innovative treatments for the world's fourth most common neurological disease. Read More
As hedges against inflation, asset-heavy companies can be a double-edged sword. Read More
This hospital is well positioned to benefit from patients who travel the globe for the best care. Read More
For global investors wary of inflation, the US labor market will loom large as a key indicator to watch. Read More
This forest products giant is a good bet on economic recovery, as well as a reliable inflation hedge. Read More
We examine how the stalemate in Washington affects the health care sector. Read More