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Higher Rates Are Here to Stay—or Are They?
Volatility has ruled the stock market since the 2021 bull market ended at the start of 2022. Stocks made a nice run during the first half of 2023 but have turned down into correction territory since the end of July. The recent decline... More of this article »
This Energy Dividend “Disaster” is Setting You Up for 100%+ Profits
At the end of September, one of my favorite energy dividend stocks announced a whopping 50% cut to their forecast dividend growth rate. Unsurprisingly, the stock tanked by almost 60% over the next few weeks. But look beyond the... More of this article »
Understanding the Basics of Investing in ETFs
ETFs (exchange-traded funds) are investment funds that can be bought and sold on stock exchanges just like shares of individual companies. Young investors with relatively little experience may want to start by investing in ETFs. For... More of this article »
The Best LNG Stocks for Long Term Growth
Financial data and insight provider VettaFI recently launched the Alerian Liquified Natural Gas Index. This is the first index focused on the high-growth liquified natural gas (LNG) industry. LNG provides a clean energy source... More of this article »
What This Unique MLP Merger Means for You
Last week, ONEOK Inc, finalized its acquisition of Magellan Midstream Partners. The deal produced a unique merger with some big effects on energy income investors like us. So let’s review some pre-merger financial results and... More of this article »
Are These Bond ETFs Smart Investments
Despite significant progress, inflation continues to stay above the Fed’s 2% target, and it will be likely for the central bank to raise interest rates further and hold them at a restrictive level for some time. Amid the uncertainty... More of this article »
Which Of These Energy ETFs Deserve Your Investment?
Extended production cuts by major crude exporters and high global oil demand will likely push oil and gas prices higher in the upcoming months, providing solid tailwinds for the energy industry. Given the industry’s bright prospects,... More of this article »
Stock Market vs. Bond Rate Relationship Revealed
Investors have long appreciated the relationship that when rates go up…stocks go down. That was a prime catalyst behind the 2022 bear market. Yet investors were encouraged in 2023 that inflation was coming under control…and... More of this article »