Although investors shouldn’t be surprised if the broader market occasionally pulls back 5 to 10 percent, they also shouldn’t worry: Economic data supports additional upside, and institutions continue to shift money from government and investment-grade corporate bonds to equities. Read More

The media's fasciantion with the events taking place in Egypt continue to push important economic developments out of the spotlight. Here's what you may have missed. Read More

The European sovereign debt crises that roiled markets last spring have subsided for now. But many investors remain cautious about playing in markets across the pond. Royce Global Value (RIVFX) is proof that the right strategy can unearth gems amid the turmoil. The fund has outperformed the MSCI EAFE NR USD by 17.08 percent over the past three years, putting it in the top 1 percent of its category. We spoke with portfolio manager David Nadel about the outlook for Europe and global markets. Read More

Article in Review: “Unwrapping the Packagers,” by Peter Staas, Feb. 5, 2010 Read More

High-profile analysts may be down on municipal bonds, but their doomsday predictions open up opportunities for the contrarian investor. Read More

Emerging-market consumers currently spend about $6.9 trillion each year, and some estimates call for this figure to reach $20 trillion by 2020 as these economies continue to develop and the middle class expands. Read More

Looking for an investment that’s 100 percent safe? What about 90 percent? Read More

Bank stocks should outperform the broader market in 2011; it’s high time we increased our exposure to the sector. Read More

Compelling valuations and improving fundamentals make large-cap financials an attractive investment. Read More