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A number of core bond-fund managers have moved away from Treasuries and toward opportunities in emerging markets and mortgage-backed securities.
The Friday Five - 3...
0 Views 22:00:49 03/22/13
Five stats from the market and the stories behind them. This week: 10 billion euros falls short for Cyprus, the Fed stays focused on 6.5%, and more.
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Five stats from the market and the stories behind them. This week: 10 billion euros falls short for Cyprus, the Fed stays focused on 6.5%, and more.
Fed Up?
6 Views 18:00:17 03/21/13
Morningstar's Bob Johnson assesses the impact of the FOMC's stimulus program so far and stacks up the Fed's growth and employment expectations against his own.
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Morningstar's Bob Johnson assesses the impact of the FOMC's stimulus program so far and stacks up the Fed's growth and employment expectations against his own.
Flexible Funds for ...
1 Views 20:00:28 03/20/13
Although major indexes remain elevated, these funds could be good places to put money to work in the present market environment.
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Although major indexes remain elevated, these funds could be good places to put money to work in the present market environment.
Ibbotson: Danger in...
2 Views 20:00:59 03/19/13
Fixed-income investments are still necessary, but with tight credit spreads right now, obtaining extra yield carries heavy risks, says Zebra Capital chairman Roger...
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Fixed-income investments are still necessary, but with tight credit spreads right now, obtaining extra yield carries heavy risks, says Zebra Capital chairman Roger Ibbotson.
When to Sell an Act...
0 Views 20:00:47 03/18/13
Strategy changes, poor stewardship, and asset bloat are among the many possible red flags that shareholders of actively managed funds should recognize to know whet...
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Strategy changes, poor stewardship, and asset bloat are among the many possible red flags that shareholders of actively managed funds should recognize to know whether to sell or stay invested.
The Friday Five - 3...
2 Views 20:30:34 03/15/13
Five stats from the market and the stories behind them. This week: Samsung enters a new Galaxy, Yum serves improved China sales, inflows continue into bonds, and m...
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Five stats from the market and the stories behind them. This week: Samsung enters a new Galaxy, Yum serves improved China sales, inflows continue into bonds, and more.
Consumer Product Fi...
0 Views 15:00:03 03/15/13
Given the less than robust outlook for the global consumer spending, consumer packaged goods companies are turning to product innovation to drive growth, says Morn...
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Given the less than robust outlook for the global consumer spending, consumer packaged goods companies are turning to product innovation to drive growth, says Morningstar's Erin Lash.
Consumers Keeping U...
1 Views 17:00:29 03/14/13
February's retail sales report showed that despite the payroll tax and higher gas prices, the consumer appears to be resilient right now, says Morningstar's Bob Jo...
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February's retail sales report showed that despite the payroll tax and higher gas prices, the consumer appears to be resilient right now, says Morningstar's Bob Johnson.
Rekenthaler on What...
1 Views 18:00:32 03/13/13
Investors unnecessarily move between asset classes at the wrong time, effectively upending their portfolios' ideal allocations, says Morningstar's John Rekenthaler.
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Investors unnecessarily move between asset classes at the wrong time, effectively upending their portfolios' ideal allocations, says Morningstar's John Rekenthaler.
With Indexes Rising...
0 Views 15:00:59 03/12/13
The Dow is at all-time high levels, but Morningstar's Mike Holt says buying opportunities still exist across all sectors and emphasizes the importance of individua...
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The Dow is at all-time high levels, but Morningstar's Mike Holt says buying opportunities still exist across all sectors and emphasizes the importance of individual stock selection.
'Killer Apps' for E...
1 Views 15:00:15 03/11/13
Technological and industrial innovation are laying the foundation for a surge in growth in the United States, according to University of Chicago professor emeritus...
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Technological and industrial innovation are laying the foundation for a surge in growth in the United States, according to University of Chicago professor emeritus Marvin Zonis.
The Friday Five - 3...
4 Views 21:00:02 03/08/13
Five stats from the market and the stories behind them. This week: The Dow hits a new high, potential M&A deals continue, Dell's buyout gets activist pushback, and...
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Five stats from the market and the stories behind them. This week: The Dow hits a new high, potential M%A deals continue, Dell's buyout gets activist pushback, and more.
When Will the Fed T...
0 Views 16:00:37 03/08/13
February’s better-than-expected jobs report highlights the possibility that the Fed could end its expansionary policy as soon as this year, says Morningstar’s Bob ...
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February’s better-than-expected jobs report highlights the possibility that the Fed could end its expansionary policy as soon as this year, says Morningstar’s Bob Johnson.
Will the Payroll Ta...
1 Views 17:00:34 03/07/13
Friday's job report is unlikely to show that the payroll tax-cut expiration has thrown off the job market's slow but steady recovery, says Morningstar's Bob Johnson.
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Friday's job report is unlikely to show that the payroll tax-cut expiration has thrown off the job market's slow but steady recovery, says Morningstar's Bob Johnson.
Debating the Econom...
1 Views 17:00:09 03/06/13
St. Louis Fed economist Kevin Kliesen weighs the tailwinds of consumer spending, a housing recovery, and corporate cash hoards against the headwinds of increased p...
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St. Louis Fed economist Kevin Kliesen weighs the tailwinds of consumer spending, a housing recovery, and corporate cash hoards against the headwinds of increased payroll taxes and slowing income growth.
Investors tend to undervalue a firm's dividend growth prospects and overvalue current yield, says Sanibel Captiva Investment Advisers president Pat Dorsey.