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March 15, 2012

How diversifying can boost your returns

An important new study shows that momentum, value, and size strategies can earn you more money
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Published on March 15, 2012 03:45

March 14, 2012

Another investment to avoid like the plague

When investment products look too good to be true, they usually are
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Published on March 14, 2012 04:00

March 13, 2012

Rejoice! Passive investing is gaining momentum

Research from investment legend John Bogle shows that investors are increasingly turning to index funds
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Published on March 13, 2012 04:00

March 12, 2012

What's wrong with small growth stocks?

Historical analysis shows that small-cap growth stocks have underperformed other asset classes
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Published on March 12, 2012 04:00

March 9, 2012

Why you should be wary of stocks that pay dividends

While many investors are fixated on dividend-paying stocks, putting them in place of bonds can make for a riskier portfolio
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Published on March 09, 2012 03:45

March 7, 2012

How to hedge against inflation (hint: forget gold)

Contrary to popular belief, the precious metal offers no protection against sudden price hikes
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Published on March 07, 2012 04:00

March 6, 2012

Tactical asset allocation -- Another ripoff

Matching asset allocations to shifts in the stock market is supposed to provide investors extra protection -- it doesn't
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Published on March 06, 2012 04:00

March 5, 2012

The best managers don't stay at the top

Evidence shows good manager performance is more likely due to luck than skill
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Published on March 05, 2012 08:39

March 2, 2012

Time to slay these myths about TIPS

A number of tall tales have emerged around Treasury inflation-protected securities -- believe them at your peril
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Published on March 02, 2012 04:00

March 1, 2012

Snakes in suits: A classic corruption tale

"Serpent on the Rock" is an outstanding read for anyone interested in a real-life tale of financial fraud
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Published on March 01, 2012 10:03

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