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Hedge Fund vs Mutual Fund, Understanding The Differences
In 1949 Australian Alfred Jones was credited with the term "hedge fund". Historically it derives its name from the use of hedging to manage risk ... Full story
Best Stocks to Buy Right Now 2012
The information on best stocks to buy in 2012 will help you make a good stock investment portfolio and secure your financial future. So, keep ... Full story
The Psychology of Markets
We know that greed and fear rule the markets. But did you know that when investors gets too greedy, markets usually fall, and when investors ... Full story
Central Banks Move Thrills Wall Street, But Does Little
The Dow Jones Industrial Average, as well as markets around the world, jumped dramatically on news from central banks that the cost of borrowing would ... Full story
Categorizing Dividends According To Types
Dividends are a portion of the company's earnings to be distributed to its shareholders, based on the board of directors' decision. Dividends are quoted as ... Full story
Risks for the Emerging Market Investor
Emerging market investments can be an excellent way to expand your portfolio into less-correlated assets. Emerging market returns look great on a long-term chart, but if you zoom in on any given time period, you'll likely see extreme highs and lows. That volatility means that you are not going to get rich quick, nor are you going to be able to jump in and out for an easy profit. ... Full story