US stocks rallied on strong earnings results and improved signs in Europe and housing data. Read More

A beauty supplier announces an acquisition and a coal giant reports strong second quarter performance. Read More

US stocks fell further as Chairman Ben Bernanke of the Federal Reserve Board said the bank will not consider additional stimulus in the near future despite an "unusually uncertain" economic outlook. Read More

Growth Portfolio holdings report second quarter earnings. Read More

US stocks rebounded, driven by energy and materials stocks, and some speculation that the Fed may take steps to encourage lending. Read More

US stocks gained on confidence over tech and energy earnings performance. Read More

Although I remain relatively bullish on the economy and markets, I also recommend taking steps to recession proof your investment portfolio. Read More

US stocks plunged on disappointing earnings reports and concerns about the strength of the economy. Read More

A Growth Portfolio holding completes an acquisition that will boost their market share in Europe. Read More

US stocks backed down on weak data for regional factory activity and declining producers prices. Read More