Last Thursday, I hosted one of my regular Live Chat sessions with readers of The Energy Strategist. Here are my responses to a handful of common questions from subscribers. Read More

Although volatility remains a concern, there are positive signs for stocks in 2012. Read More

High-quality, large-cap stocks with below-average volatility more than quadrupled the S&P 500’s return in 2011. Read More

A buy-and-hold strategy is no longer enough to secure a comfortable retirement. But selling covered calls allows investors to boost dividend income in today’s low-yield environment. Read More

The US economy is on the mend, but municipalities will continue to grapple with squeezed budgets in 2012. Read More

The protracted downslide in housing prices may be approaching an end. Read More

Yesterday's laggards are often next year's leaders, as long as underlying businesses stay strong. Read More

With frontier markets facing mounting challenges, it's time to consider other investment opportunities. Read More

Since we added this pharmaceutical giant to the Income Portfolio in February 2010, it has returned sizable capital gains in addition to a generous rising dividend. Read More

Article in Review: “Manufacturing Profits,” by Benjamin Shepherd, Oct. 13, 2010 Read More