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December 2008
Watch this Casino Operator Hit the Jackpot with a +128% Gain
Pinnacle (PNK) hasn't quite had the troubles of its competitors and is fast becoming a major player in the industry.
This Safe Income Play Gained +19% This Year
This closed-end fund has 93% of its assets invested in "AAA"-rated securities, making the MFS Government Market Income Trust (MGF) one of the safest plays in today's high-risk environment.
Get This 15.5% Yielding Fund Before Its Giant Discount Disappears
As one of the few closed-end funds specializing in foreign government bonds, the AB Global High Income Fund (AWF) currently offers a 15.5% yield and is trading at one of the deepest discounts in the fund's history.
A $100 Billion Winner That's Practically Guaranteed to Grow
China is spending up to $100 billion on its railway system as part of its recently announced stimulus package. And Guangshen Railway (GSH) is poised to profit.
The Firms Poised To Cash In On The New U.S. Infrastructure Revolution
President-Elect Obama intends to use infrastructure spending as a way to get Americans back to work. But more importantly, investors can get their money back to work by tapping into this soon-to-be booming sector.
Taking a Cue For +250% Gains
This oversold stock has the potential to nearly triple your money. Fine billiards equipment maker Brunswick (BC) has been around for more than 100 years and it knows what it takes to perform in any economy.
This Company Has Pumped Its Dividend Up By +40.4%
Magellan Midstream (MGG) does more than pump petroleum products through its pipelines. It has grown its dividend by over +40% in the last three years and delivers a steady double-digit yield.
Balanced Income With a 17.3% Yield
Trading at a historic discount of -22.1%, this closed-end fund holds a diversified portfolio of stocks and bonds. And investors locking in now could receive an additional appreciation bonus once the discount starts to narrow.
Capture a Good Old Fashioned Yield of 22.9%
Many income funds use risky strategies to maximize distributions, but not this fund. First Trust Dividend Income (FAV) does it the old fashioned way, by holding  some of the most stable and respected dividend-paying equities in the world.
In an Uncertain Market, this ETF is as Good as Gold
Investors can get double-barrel protection for the tough economic times ahead with this gold ETF. Gold prices rise with market uncertainty and inflation -- and both are likely in the foreseeable future.

November 2008

Why Warren Buffett Loves This Stock... and I Think it Could Gain +86%
Warren Buffett picked up 66 million shares of ConocoPhillips over the last few months. Fortunately, I share his optimistic view of the stock.
How You Can Profit From The Retail Sector Bloodbath this Holiday Season
Even Santa may be tightening his belt this year, but that doesn't mean all retailers will suffer. Here are three retail stocks you should be putting under your tree this year.
Riding the Rebound on the High Seas
Shipping stocks are at a price point that suggests the world has stopped turning and the seas have evaporated. When investors eventually come to their senses, I want to sail the rebound in this attractively valued  shipping ETF.
If You're Searching for a Bargain, Go With the Search Expert
Investors often wish they could turn back time and buy Google (GOOG) at its IPO valuation. Well they just got their wish.
The Tales Get Taller
Guest Editor Peter Schiff discusses why the U.S. dollar may be the biggest victim of our current financial predicament.
A 7.6% Yield in a Recession-Resistant Market Leader
More often than not, you have to choose between a safe business model and a tempting yield. But with Pfizer (PFE), you can have both.
Stocks that Keep on Giving... Even as the Market Keeps Falling
Dividends can provide a safety net in this challenging market, along with some very hefty income. Guest editor Martin Denholm shares his tips for finding the best in the bunch. 
An ETF that Captures Trillions of Dollars in Infrastructure Spending
As emerging countries commit literally trillions of dollars to build out their infrastructure, this newly launched ETF is well positioned to build your gains. 

October 2008

This Rural Telecom Just Raised its Dividend +937%
For 35 years, CenturyTel (CTL) has been hiking its dividend. It currently has a rich yield of 9.5%, backed by strong earnings and cash flow. 
Insiders Are Buying This Steady Income Producer
Energy companies can't wait for Energy Transfer Equity's (ETE) new pipeline to come on line. And investors can't wait to tap into its hefty 9.8% yield -- even the company insiders are getting in on the action. 
Invest Like Warren Buffett
Recently Warren Buffett put billions into General Electric (GE). But you don't have to be a billionaire to get a solid yield and steady income from this bellwether. 
This Shipping Stock Could Sail to a +197% Gain
Eagle Bulk Shipping (EGLE) has taken advantage of long-term contracts to lock in higher rates. Investors can secure a juicy 21% yield to boot.
Short ETFs Offer Double-Digit Gains in a Down Market
In the last few tumultuous months, short ETFs have not only been a bright spot, they've been blazing hot.
Power Through the Slowdown with this Foreign Utility Company
Based in Chile, Endesa generates and sells electric power in five South American countries. With demand jumping +10% in some spots, the stock looks like a long-term winner.
Lock In This Market-Leading Biotech at a Bargain
Biotech stocks have held up well during this challenging year. But even they took their licks in the last downturn -- providing a rare opportunity to get Biogen (BIIB) at a bargain.
A Specialty REIT with a Stable 6.9% Yield
Most of this REIT's revenue comes from movie theater leases. Their 79 megaplex theaters span across the U.S. and Canada and are fully occupied, with most under long-term leases.

September 2008

Why Investors Could See +70% Gains in This Stock
As a primary supplier for power companies and utilities, this Swiss company has been producing financial results that are off the grid.
The Company Benefiting from a Sea Change in TV Technology
With a 20% global market share of the LCD market, AU Optronics is poised to pick up more as world demand rises.
Fed Up With Financials? Go Drilling Instead
With the markets rocking and rolling over the last two weeks, investors need to catch up on a huge development in offshore drilling.
This Cutting-Edge Medical Company has Room to Rise +65%
Deep wounds heal faster with Kinetic Concepts' revolutionary products. And their stock might just be the cure for an ailing portfolio.
Capture a 12% Yield with a Fund that Likes These Market Swings
Market fluctuations are no problem for this growth and income fund; in fact it makes money from them.
When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Go Fishin'
Are you stressed by the tumultuous market? Are you confused by the constant price swings driven by irrational rumors and unexpected economic reports? There's an easier way.
Inside the Highest-Yielding Country in the World
Can you guess which Pacific nation's stocks pay an average dividend of 7.4%?
Profit from Natural Gas as a Transportation Fuel with Clean Energy Fuels (CLNE)
This cutting-edge company co-founded by T. Boone Pickens is at the forefront of the push for natural gas as an alternative to gasoline.
Harvard's Portfolio Secrets: Discover the Next Growth and Income "Hot Spots"
The Harvard investing brain trust beat the S&P five-fold last year. We'll take you inside their portfolio so you can discover where they're betting big on explosive growth and income.
Finding the World's Best Double-Digit Yield Producers
If you're looking for the world's best dividend-paying companies, you can hold off your search. This fund already found them.  

August 2008


Building the Country's Infrastructure -- and Your Profits
While the government occasionally cuts spending or eliminates major new weapons programs, spending on the type of basic infrastructure and services URS provides is unlikely to be cut back.
One of the Market's Best Downside Hedges -- And Most Explosive Profit-Producers
From groundbreaking new drugs and medical treatments -- to a massive amount of repeat business, small-cap biotech and healthcare stocks offer the greatest opportunities in the market.
With a 15.4% Yield, this Fund is a Dividend Magnet
Launched by Alpine Funds two years ago, Alpine Global Dividend's (NYSE: AGD) overriding goal is to generate maximum income from dividend-paying stocks.
Lions and Tigers and Growth
OK technically speaking, there are no tigers in Africa. But there are many fast-growing companies that investors can now easily access.
High Yield Strategy: The Billionaire Watch
To find the world's highest yields, just follow the money -- or in this case, the billionaires.
Another Chance to Pick Up this Growing, High-Quality Restaurant Chain
It's hard to decide which is better -- Chipotle's (CMG) food or a chance to pick up this stock at a bargain.
Hunting ELKS for a 10%-Plus Yield
These ELKS give you a double-digit yield, trade like a stock, and are protected by the share price of a high-flying biotech company.
Unlock the Riches of the Middle East
WisdomTree's fund gives U.S. investors new access to the rich dividends and rapidly rising markets of the Middle East.

July 2008

Fertilizer Grew this Yield to 12.7%
The price and demand for Terra Nitrogen's (TNH) fertilizer has been growing -- and so has the dividend. TNH's current yield of 12.7% may be ready for picking.
Bet on the House with Market Vectors Gaming (BJK)
The market sell-off has created a rare value play in the gaming sector, and the odds of betting on BJK have never been sweeter.
Rest Easy with this 9.4% Yield
Don't let the market turmoil make you miss one wink of sleep. Capture a 9.4% yield with one of the safest, highest-quality, income investments on the planet.
The Bottling Company that Could Pop +50%
Backed by one of the most powerful brand names on the planet, this Midwestern-based bottler has huge potential.
This Auctioneer Has the Potential to Appreciate More Than +36%
Ritchie Brothers (RBA) is the largest company of its kind with close to 80,000 registered buyers in 170 countries, and has aggressive plans to expand further in its $100 billion a year industry.
Immortal Flowers, Eternal Income Streams
The bloom is off the rose for many developed market economies, but such is not the case for South Korea, and this market is still undervalued.

June 2008


This Red-Hot Fund Throws Off +53% Annualized Gains
Latin American economies have been driving in high gear, and this fund taps into some of the fastest-growing companies in the region.
Capturing +1,161% Total Returns Out of Sand
This oil sands trust has rocketed with the price of oil, providing investors with +65% annualized gains over the over the last five years.
Long-Term Growth of +34.2% has Made this One of the Market's Hottest Stocks
This company is behind an immensely popular device that has helped push its share price up +154% in the last year alone.
This Railroad Owns Key Routes in Major Coal and Agricultural Markets
BNI is well-placed to handle surging commodity demand in coming years. And as older contracts expire, it has significant scope to raise prices.
This Hotelier Offers a Dependable 11.3% Yield
Troubled in the past by various difficulties, this company now offers a juicy 10%-plus yield.
Double-Digit Yields Abound Where 74% of the World's Business Takes Place
If you're investing exclusively in the U.S. markets, then you're missing out on 74% of the world's economic activity. More importantly, you're also missing out on the highest-yielding securities on the planet.
The Stable Preferred Share Fund Yielding 7.1%
Given the turmoil in the financial sector, preferred stock yields have taken off. And income investors that own this exchange-traded fund can lock in those higher yields.
Buy into Strong Foreign Real Estate Markets with this Fund
Residential rents have slowed in the U.S., but that's not the case in many parts of the world. Many countries still have booming real estate markets.
The U.S. Dollar is Plummeting -- Here's How to Profit from the Decline... and Lock in Dividend Yields of up to 24.9%
What's bad news for the U.S. traveler can be great news for the U.S. investor.  And the best way for you to make money off the tumbling dollar? Buying select foreign securities.
Chart Industries (GTLS) is Up +75% in the Past Year, but is Still Undervalued
Chart Industries' net income more than doubled last quarter -- pushing its shares up dramatically. However, the stock looks to continue its rally.
This Hospital Owner Provides an Incredibly Stable Yield of 6.7%
This REIT recently announced its 14th dividend increase in the last 18 quarters, and payments have doubled in just four years.

Is This Tiny Stock the Next Exxon -- Or the Next Budweiser?
This investment could make anyone who listens filthy rich. The company owns a unique living compound with huge potential in the production of cellulosic ethanol -- a market with +15,900% government-mandated growth ahead. Who knows how high this stock is headed? I don't. But it's so cheap now that making 100x your money is possible once the technology goes mainstream. Click here for more details.

May 2008


Foreign Bank Bargains: Scoring High Yields with Twice the Gains
When an already high-yielding sector like banking gets hammered, it creates an opportunity to pick through the debris and find even higher-yielding gems.
Power Your Portfolio with Nuclear Energy
High energy prices mean nuclear power is looking more attractive. This creates a strong catalyst for this fund.
These Preferred Shares Offer a Stable 7.4% Yield
This company pays out monthly distributions that are backed by long-term lease agreements. You won't easily find a more dividend-friendly company.
Help Protect Your Portfolio from Inflation with this Bond Fund
Don't let inflation dampen your profits. This fund will help hedge against lost buying power.
Get Ready for a Buyout Boom in the Healthcare Sector
Due to patent problems and poor research pipelines, Big Pharma companies are in need of new drugs -- and they are paying premiums as high as +84% to get them.
Take Advantage of Two Major Market Trends with Only One ETF
Historically, both small-cap and international companies outperform the broader U.S. markets. One fund applies these principles and purchases international small-cap companies, providing the potential for outsized returns.
The Undervalued Oil Giant with Long-Term Expected  Growth of +25%
This compelling firm is involved in every step of the production process in oil-thirsty China.
Foreign Stocks are Skyrocketing -- Here's How to Capture Your Piece of the Action, and Lock in Yields of 23.0%
It has long been understood that the U.S. drives the world economy, but that is changing. This year may mark a "perfect storm" of negativity for the U.S. economy, but much of the world is expected to enjoy strong growth -- and pay big dividends.

April 2008
Three Crucial Sectors... and Three Ways to Profit from Them
ETFs are one of the fastest-growing investment instruments available. But few people realize how useful they can be in analyzing sector health.
This Non-Leveraged Fund Offers Up a Juicy 13.9% Yield
Global High Income (GHI) is an extremely high-yielding fund that uses no leverage, meaning it provides a high return for less risk.
Waste Management (WMI) Turns Trash into Nearly $1.2 Billion in Cash a Year
WMI is in one of the most recession-proof firms around, throwing off cash no matter what the market environment is like.
A Terrific Opportunity in a Mammoth Sector... and the Profit Window is Open Now
Insider buying is one of the best indicators of a stock's future success, and the hard-hit financial sector is seeing an inflow of insider money... right now.
This Ambitious Restaurateur has Increased Profits +300% in Just Five Years
Buffalo Wild Wings (BWLD) looks to continue its phenomenal rise in 2008 with a +25% jump in net income. And there's little reason to believe it won't hit those targets.
Capture 10% Yields and +937% Capital Gains in One of the World's Fastest-Growing Economies
Brazil is the model of economic success in Latin America. Fueled by a wealth of natural resources, the country is on track to become an economic powerhouse.
The Little-Known Energy Stock Yielding 9.5%
This Canadian trust has an active roster of oil and gas plays it continues to develop, allowing it to carry a nearly double-digit yield.
Gushan's (GU) Sales to Grow +66% this Year on Chinese Energy Demand
Increasing pollution and rising oil prices are leading the Chinese toward cleaner energy, and Gushan is at the head of the movement.

March 2008

The Rarest Investment on Wall Street -- Lock in 15.4% Yields with Income Deposit Securities
It was greeted as "an oddball security from Canada" when it debuted in December 2003. But investment managers are warming up to these securities and for good reason -- IDSs pay more than four times the average yield delivered by the S&P 500 Index.
A Safe 6.1% Yield with One of the Nation's Largest REITs
Despite an overall economic slowdown, Weingarten (WRI) has signed more than 1,200 new leases or renewals over the past year at an average rental increase of +14%.
Jump Aboard what Could be the Most Successful New Stock in Years
Visa's (V) main competitor is up +380% since 2006, but as the dominate credit card company, V stands to perform even better.
Forget China! Investors Look to Singapore for Double-Digit Yields
China and India aren't the best places to search for high yields. However, income investors can benefit by investing in other Asian countries that are directly profiting from their growth.
An Ultra-Safe Treasury Fund with a Yield of 7.8%
Managed by the world's biggest bond manager, this fund has an ultra-safe "AAA"-rated portfolio of U.S. Treasuries and a solid yield.
A Solid Bank with a 5.4% Yield and Limited Subprime Exposure
Unlike most of the industry, this bank managed to report increased revenues and flat adjusted earnings for the fourth quarter -- thanks to limited subprime exposure.
How You Should Play this Battered Market... And When You Should Play it
1.4 million homes will go into foreclosure in 2008, helping to sink residential real estate values by $1.2 trillion -- how are you going make money from this situation?
This Stock Should See Gains of +85% as Worldwide Industrialization Spreads
A rapidly industrializing world needs mountains of basic building blocks like cement, which puts Cemex (CX) at the foundation of that growth -- both literally and figuratively.
Kinder Morgan (KMP): A Solid Play on Increasing U.S. Natural Gas Consumption
KMP operates natural gas pipelines around the nation. With expansion projects in the works, investors should be rewarded in the coming years.
The Outlook for the U.S. Dollar is Grim... But Here's Why it Won't Die
You don't have to look very far these days to find someone sounding the death knell for the dollar. In fact, many investors think there is no end in sight for the weak dollar... or is there?
Capture 10% Yields in Foreign Markets by Investing in Closed-End Funds
International investing can be easier than you ever thought possible, thanks to the emergence of international closed-end funds.
Two Ways to Combat Rising Food Prices
In 2007, consumer prices shot up by +4.1% -- the biggest rise in 17 years. Included within that was a +4.9% jump in food prices -- the highest since 1990. Here is how to profit from these inflationary pressures.

February 2008


Terex (TEX) Trades at a P/E of Just 10.3, a Significant Discount Compared to Competitors
Despite its ability to withstand a downturn in U.S. construction and +21% earnings growth, Terex (TEX) is still undervalued compared to its major competitors.
Lock in a 12.6% Yield with NGP Capital (NGPC)
NGP is a business development company providing financing in the lucrative small and mid-sized energy market. This successful business model has helped push dividend payouts up +118% over the past three years.
Five Reasons Why You Should Use This Powerful Strategy In Today's Crazy Market
Would you rather lose 25% of your capital with no possibility to make it back, or have just 10% at risk?
More than 10% of the U.S. Coal Supply Originates from this One Company
Investors looking for exposure to the hot coal sector might try shares of Arch Coal (ACI) -- a major supplier in the United States.
Strong Earnings Growth Should Help Push this Stock Up More than +50%
Panera (PNRA) is playing to the growing trend of eating better by opening new stores -- which could mean a rally for shareholders.
SPDR International Small Cap (GWX) Offers True Diversification Against U.S. Volatility
In today's global economy, if the U.S. sneezes, international markets are usually quick to catch a cold. One fund offers protection.
The Little-Known Mortgage REIT up +12.8% in 2008
Despite the mortgage meltdown and massive write-offs by some of the top investment banks, Annaly Capital Management (NLY) continues to prosper.
Keep an Eye on AgFeed Industries (FEED)
AgFeed operates over 500 livestock feed stores in China. As the Chinese population increases, the agriculture sector will rise as well.

January 2008

Vermilion Energy Trust (VETMF) Combines Safety and a 6.5% Yield
Vermilion is the only Canadian-based oil and gas energy trust with international production. Approximately 40% of its cash flow comes from Canada, 46% from France and the Netherlands, and the balance of 14% from Australia.
The Secret to Investing Like a Professional
Maintaining a clear head while others are panicking is key to investing like a professional and profiting in the long-term
IGT: One of Our Favorite Stocks for the New Year
With a dominant market share and strong growth drivers, we like slot machine maker IGT in 2008.
Citigroup (C) has the Potential to Appreciate +50% this Year
Citigroup may seem like the worst possible stock to own right now, but that is exactly what makes it a good long-term play.
China Medical Technologies (CMED): A Potentially Phenomenal Growth Stock
CMED has been tantalizing investors since it went public back in August 2005. The company is a producer of diagnostic kits that use bioluminescence to screen for diabetes, thyroid abnormalities and other conditions.
Profit from the Gaining Momentum of e-Commerce with LivePerson (LPSN)
Why try to guess which retailers come out on top in cyberspace? Instead, back the company that over 6,000 firms rely on to get the most out of their marketing dollars and optimize their e-Commerce.
Earnings up +23% at this Central European Telecom
Roughly 80% of Hungary's phone customers subscribe to Magyar's (MTA) traditional, fixed-line phone services. In addition, the firm controls 45% of the cellular market. These stable businesses generate cash flow to support a strong dividend and fund future growth.
This Latin American Telecom has Risen +575% in the Last Four Years and Still has Room to Run
Latin America has been one of the best places to stash your money lately. America Movil (AMX) has been a true standout in the region, but at its current prices, it remains a steal.
Teekay LNG (TGP) is Expected to Boost Cash Distributions +12.5% A Year
Teekay LNG is an established firm in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipping business. With long-term contracts on all of its LNG carriers and plans to double its fleet size, TGP is an excellent long-term play.
 

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