Investors don't want to blindly dive into tech companies but want to find companies that innovate. The key difference being that an innovative company applies technology to an existing product line or can develop a new line or product using the technology. Technology for technology's sake is a dangerous game for investors to undertake. Discover winning companies in a number of spaces that are true innovators and deserve a place in any long-term growth investors' portfolio. Read More
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Trading in commodities and real estate can carry a huge price tag, but recent innovations in exchange traded funds now make it possible to access both with a single security. Regardless of whether you want to go long or short, there's an ETF option available for almost every commodity. Come get the full run down of your most profitable opportunities for 2010. Read More
Join Elliott Gue for six nights of luxury, fun and investment talk on the Money Answers Investment Cruise from 2/12 – 2/19/2011. Read More
After a Growth Portfolio holding releases weak results, the stock drops. Though the stock is bouncing back a bit near-term as the shock of the guidance cut wears, we need to question the thesis on the stock in general given the change in outlook. Read More
The S&P 500 has reached the level that a lot of market observers consider the end of the rally: 1,200. The question now becomes what to do next. I expect Chinese banks to surprise to te upside. Read More
An uptick in steel production should lift prices for key inputs. Here's how to play it. Read More
The government and environmentalists often reference efficiency and conservation, but necessity is the mother of invention: Simple economics has historically driven energy efficiency and conservation more than any environmental argument or government mandate. Read More
I already recommended stocks issued by producers, oil-services companies and equipment firms that should benefit from higher oil prices. In this issue, I’ve gone a step further and sought out small and midsize independent producers with the potential to substantially increase their oil production in coming years. Read More
This publication often focuses on the business of producing more energy to meet growing demand. But sometimes it's a good idea to step back and look at the same puzzle from a different perspective; this issue focuses on companies that are at the forefront of reducing energy consumption in key industries. Read More
As Internet traffic grows exponentially, companies will need to grow the size and speed of their networks. That spells a steady rise in demand for switches and routers. The dominant player in both markets will profit handsomely. Read More