5 things you need to know about U.S. investments in Saudi Arabia
The killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi has raised an important ethical and financial question for Americans and businesses.
What the Mega Millions can teach you about investing
People tend to overestimate the likelihood of events that have a low probability, like winning the Mega Millions or investing in the next Apple.
Column: Why you should make sure your financial adviser abides by the fiduciary standard
For decades, economists have documented biased advice provided by brokers and financial professionals to ordinary investors.
The best insurance policy on Earth: waiting until 70 to take Social Security
Viewing Social Security as an investment is economically blockheaded. Instead, think of Social Security as an insurance policy.
In northeastern Vermont, a half-billion dollar development is helping to transform a lagging economy into the state's job-creation leader. It seems like a win for tourists and for foreign investors, who put up the money in return for green cards…
The FDIC reported that its insurance fund shrank 20 percent in the second quarter. Jeffrey Brown speaks with a reporter and analyst about troubled banks.
Question: It seems that almost all of the news we hear about the government’s bailout of the banks is negative, as if the American taxpayer will never see another dime of the bailout money again. But isn’t it true…
After a two-day rally, U.S. stock prices plunged Wednesday as investors worldwide expressed concerns the global efforts to inject liquidity and restore confidence to the battered financial system may not be enough to stave off a widespread recession.
Question/Comment: I am 62, hoping to retire at 67. I have no debt and my money is invested (following the advice of a pricey financial adviser) in both equities and guaranteed income. I’ve lost a big chunk of dough in…
