The rally since the S&P 500’s early March low has been the most impressive in both magnitude and duration since this bear market began in the fall of 2007. There’s real fundamental support for this move; economic data continues to confirm the US economy is stabilizing. Read More

MLPs may no longer be investors’ flavor of the month, but they offer higher yields and greater potential than ever. Read More

Growth Portfolio holding Baxter International (NYSE: BAX) is emerging as one of the most stable and growth-oriented major pharmaceutical companies. Read More

Earnings at the nation’s largest banks have been solid this reporting season, with many announcing positive bottom-line numbers. But these aren’t quality earnings. Read More

"I've been told by some very large investors that have put their own money into the fund as well as their clients' assets that the appeal resides in our management style--we construct and adjust the portfolio in a way that limits potential blowups." Read More

Contrary to popular belief, it’s extremely difficult to find a solid energy fund, particularly one that meets all of our investment criteria. Read More

Steady, growing cash flow is what separates a safe dividend from a risky one. It’s tough to come by in lean times like these. But the PF Income Portfolio stocks are still putting up the numbers. Read More

The indicators remain weak, but the US economy is showing signs of stabilization. What we have is the foundation for a broader market rally. Read More

There’s life after the Tax Fairness Act, and there’s more to the Great White North than income trusts. Read More

The US financial system includes more than 8,300 FDIC-insured banks. Believe it or not, some of them are still worthwhile investments. Read More