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October 28, 2013

Why to be wary of managed futures funds

These alternative investments performed well during the financial crisis, but here's why caution is warranted
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Published on October 28, 2013 05:27

October 25, 2013

China Internet ETF: The "opportunity" of a lifetime

Just because an investment opportunity comes knocking doesn't mean you have to answer
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Published on October 25, 2013 04:55

October 24, 2013

Know-nothing investors outperform know-somethings

Academic research shows that a little knowledge can be dangerous when it comes to investing
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Published on October 24, 2013 04:41

October 23, 2013

Why you need a sound investment plan

What separates the winners and losers when it comes to investing? Human behavior -- and a plan
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Published on October 23, 2013 05:49

October 22, 2013

The games brokers play -- at your expense

Investors' lack of knowledge about the bond market leaves them vulnerable to being played
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Published on October 22, 2013 09:03

October 21, 2013

Do investment consultants pick future winners?

Consultants are prominent in the financial world, but that doesn't mean they produce results that justify their fees
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Published on October 21, 2013 07:58

October 17, 2013

The impact of news events on market prices

Markets adjust almost immediately to breaking news or new information; investors needn't be so quick to react to the headlines
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Published on October 17, 2013 04:37

October 16, 2013

Stop hitting your head against a BRIC wall

Faster economic growth doesn't translate into higher returns for your portfolio
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Published on October 16, 2013 03:55

October 15, 2013

Is diversification dead? Not by a long shot

When it comes to the benefits of diversification, for investors nothing has changed
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Published on October 15, 2013 03:45

October 14, 2013

The link between investments and lottery tickets

There's nothing wrong with playing the lottery -- just don't do it with your investments
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Published on October 14, 2013 03:45

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