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Money Pours Into Precious Metals Funds

Investors added $1.2 billion to those vehicles in March amid uncertainty in the broader market.

05/05/08 - 09:49 AM EDT

The Market Needs a New Leading Sector

After the bull run in commodities, stocks may need a new space to charge ahead if they're to move higher.

05/08/08 - 11:09 AM EDT

These Funds Hoard Big-Volume Stocks

Some managers are gravitating toward shares of firms such as GE and Apple.

05/07/08 - 09:06 AM EDT

Best-Performing 'BRIC' ETFs

In April, funds focusing on Brazil, Russia, India and China fared particularly well.

05/05/08 - 11:26 AM EDT

ETFs Poised for a Possible 'Pop'

If the worst is behind the markets, some ETFs may be in line for some strong moves higher.

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Two Glaring Reasons to Be Wary of This ETF

An Internet-bubble holdover jumped in the month, but this fund holds only two stocks.

05/06/08 - 02:11 PM EDT

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Top Dividend Stocks of the Week

Here are some of the latest stocks to raise their dividends.

05/06/08 - 11:02 AM EDT

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Two New Ways to Hedge Against Rising Rates

New exchange-traded funds can help hedge against rates going higher, as well as pay out interest.

05/06/08 - 10:28 AM EDT

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Reverse Mortgages 101

Here's a primer on this popular borrowing alternative for retirees.

05/05/08 - 10:02 AM EDT

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Best, Worst Funds for Options Investing

The use of derivatives worked well for top performer Direxion Commodity Bull 2X Fund.

05/05/08 - 11:23 AM EDT

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Five Questions About the Mortgage Crisis

Terry Savage wonders why Greenspan is surprised -- and whether property taxes will go down.

05/04/08 - 10:36 AM EDT

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Energy Funds Lose Ground Along With Oil

A rebound in the dollar helps fuel the sector's retreat in recent trading.

05/03/08 - 10:38 AM EDT

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How to Use a Reverse Mortgage

If you're 62 and struggling to pay your bills, reverse mortgages can be a fast and easy way to get some cash.

05/02/08 - 05:38 PM EDT

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Five Bizarre Entries in Banking Fine Print

Perhaps these convoluted disclosures aren't meant to let banks do anything they want. Maybe their lawyers just get paid by the word.

04/21/08 - 04:07 PM EDT

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Funds Now Covered by TSC Ratings

Out of the 19 funds initiated, three received A+ ratings.

04/30/08 - 11:53 AM EDT

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Equity-Indexed Annuities: What You Need to Know

Investor Alert: Before you buy an EIA, ask your financial professional whether an EIA is right for you. Here's a look at several key questions.

04/29/08 - 01:31 PM EDT

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