Author: matt540

For someone who backed Hillary Clinton in the presidential election, Warren Buffett has done just fine so far with a Donald Trump victory. The multibillionaire head of Berkshire Hathaway (BRK-A) has seen his investment portfolio explode in the days since Trump's stunning upset Nov. 8. Buffett has benefited particularly well from the myriad financial holdings he holds in the company's portfolio. Bank...

23 November, 2016 /

For millions of people, the shimmering dream of retirement is the primary goal of work. Retirement holds the promise that, finally, you’ll have time to pursue what matters most. However, retirement is under siege. Here are nine reasons why retirement might not be what you dreamed — and tips for turning things around so you can put a little shine on...

01 November, 2016 /

Winter is fast approaching. It's time to plan your vacation calendar, unplug and hit the slopes. Whether is is the trails you crave or luxury dining and accommodations our top pick is Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Wyoming Jackson Hole is the premier place to ski not only in the United States, but also within the whole of North America. More skiers...

23 October, 2016 /

So when considering a passive approach, whether in a 401(k) plan or individual portfolio, consider these three things: 1. Low yields mean a riskier market After the 2008 financial crisis, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates to near zero and began a series of quantitative easing programs aimed at stimulating the U.S. economy. Central banks around the world followed suit with the same...

23 October, 2016 /

We are on the verge of the largest all-cash deal, with Monsanto Company MON expected to collaborate with Bayer AG BAYRY. However, skeptics still question whether the $130 per share deal will overcome regulatory hurdles. Slew of Bids, But Mostly in Vain The German chemical behemoth, Bayer, had offered $122 per share for the buyout in May 2016. The proposal was rejected...

14 September, 2016 /

Donald Trump on Tuesday outlined three child care proposals to alleviate the financial burden on parents. His campaign offered more details on a child care tax deduction he'd proposed in August, and introduced two new ideas that he now backs: partially paid maternity leave and the creation of a tax-advantaged, dependent care savings account. Advocates for paid family leave have welcomed all...

13 September, 2016 /

The recent drop in Wells Fargo's share price means that it no longer has a larger market capitalization than JPMorgan Chase.   For the past four years, Wells Fargo (NYSE:WFC) was the most valuable bank in the United States. But that's no longer the case. Thanks to fallout from an unfolding scandal, Wells Fargo's market capitalization has now been eclipsed by JPMorgan...

11 September, 2016 /

Here's a technical look at how to trade some of the most active stocks on the market right now. Put down the 10-K filings and the stock screeners. It's time to take a break from the traditional methods of generating investment ideas. Instead, let the crowd do it for you. From hedge funds to individual investors, scores of market participants are turning to...

07 September, 2016 /

Wal-Mart (NYSE:WMT) knows it has a digital problem. No company spends $3.3 billion to buy a money-losing start-up and then puts its boss in charge of its entire digital operation if things are going swimmingly. That, however, is exactly what Wal-Mart did when it bought Jet.com and placed its CEO, Marc Lore, in charge of Walmart.com. It was a bold, maybe even...

03 September, 2016 /