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March 2010

Everyone Reads but Few Understand the Four Pillars of Buffett
The Oracle of Omaha's annual shareholder letter has consistently offered an approach to investing that all but guarantees long-term success.

A Company That Can't Stop Growing... or Beating Its Competitors 3-to-1
This dominant market leader can barely keep up with the rapid increase in demand for its services. The best part for investors: The company makes three times its closest competitor for the exact same services. This advantage bodes well for its business -- and stock price.

The Timing For This Stock Couldn't Be Better
This insurer trades at a sharp discount to book value, and looks poised to benefit from an economic rebound.

Could This Country Be Ten Times Better Than Brazil for Oil?
Brazilian oil has been a very successful commodity play. But geologists have discovered a new country with the same potential, and it's boasting oil at a fraction of the price. Click here to find out which company stands to benefit.

Four Breakout Penny Stock Charts for March
The large markets have stalled in March, so smart investors could look for small-cap opportunities in these four penny stocks.

We May Be Headed for a 'Double Dip' Recession -- Here's What to Do
A just-released report from the Census Bureau has some bad news for investors hoping we'll skirt another recession. But while the markets could fall, there is a safe spot where you can ride out all but the worst of storms.

These Two Letters Could Be the Secret to High Yields
Wait until you see how a small change in the way "pink sheet" stocks are listed opens up a fertile hunting ground for income investors. I've even flagged one intriguing pick that comes thanks to the recent change.

The New Generation of Biofuels
We've heard all the usual candidates for alternative fuels. But this overlooked commodity could provide a profitable future for investors who know where to look.

The Chinese Are Selling Treasuries -- So What Are They Buying?
The Chinese government has $34.2 billion to spend. We shed light on where they are spending it, and if investors should follow suit.

How to Collect Massive Royalty Income Checks from a Penny Stock
These barely known royalty stocks are paying big dividends. The current yield on this iron miner is 11.9%!

February 2010

Buy This Balance Sheet
For this telecom equipment maker, profit growth is only part of the appeal.

Don't Miss this Little High-Yielder's Rebound
Up +10% so far this year while the S&P has been negative, this company's current yield is now about double its historical average. Even better, the company has hiked its dividend fourteen times in the past fifteen years, for a total increase of +1000%.

These Stocks Are Paying 17% Dividends
This hot sector could be losing a lot of its support from the U.S. government. These big yields could hurt your portfolio more than help.

The Price of This Commodity MUST Rise. It's Inevitable.
This major commodity market has been running on fumes for too long. Looking forward, top producers will need to quadruple their production if they want to come close to meeting demand -- this could mean higher prices, get in before it's too late.

Emerging Markets Are Still a Buy
Emerging markets were a popular speculation last year. But since have lost steam, recent news shows that they have the strength to become long-term investments.

A Former High-Flyer Staging a Long-Term Comeback
This emerging technology company is suffering the growing pains of the carbon fiber industry, but growth should resume nicely after the current pause. Find out how...

The Goliath Whose Time Has Come
One of the best companies capitalism has ever created is about to get better. The most pronounced and obvious worldwide trend will play right into this company's hand, making it a smart choice for an uncertain time.

How to Access this South American 'Miracle' Economy
In the quest for emerging markets with long-term potential, the BRIC powerhouses of Brazil, Russia, eIndia and China almost always take center stage. Rarely do you see much ink devoted to this up-and-coming country.

Obama to Unleash $300 Billion in Off-Budget Spending
The first year of the stimulus plan saw Washington part with only about a third of the bill's funds. Now the feds are prepared to release a torrent of cash: Here's one company that stands to benefit handsomely from it.

A Healthcare Stock Set For a Turnaround
This health care company is making all the right moves under new management.

Inside the Numbers: The Best DRIPs in America
Dividends play a vital role in the market. Combined with a good dividend reinvestment plan, they can create substantial wealth for investors over time. Find out the best DRIPs in the market today.

Short Stocks Now
Now might be the best time to get in on the impending market correction. A lot of reward with very little to risk, to learn more click here.

What Buffett Sold, What He Bought and What's to Be Made of It?
It's one of the most scrutinized filings at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission: The quarterly statement of holdings for Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway. Here's a look at what Buffett sold in the most recent three-month period, what he bought and what I make of it.

Turning Washington's Hot Air into Cold, Hard Cash
Two companies have teamed up to use the paper generated by Congress and K Street to produce energy. Here are the details.

Three Market Beating Stocks That Aren't on Wall Street's Radar Screen
Owning stocks that Wall Street doesn't follow can be a sure-fire way of finding undervalued gems. These three stocks have eluded the big banks, their loss could be your profit.

Inside the Numbers: Recent IPO Winners
Who hasn't dreamed of hitting the jackpot with an initial public offering (IPO)? The recent economic downturn has led to a relative dearth of opportunities in the IPO market, but you might be surprised by the strength of some of the names on the list.

Get Sky High Yields and Huge Profit Potential from This Oil Trust
A perfect storm of factors are aligning to bring about skyrocketing oil prices in the near future. Investors can position themselves for a windfall -- and earn huge yields in the meantime.

How I Found High Yields Over Lunch
A recent lunch meeting with an old friend left me with a few questions about how to earn a high yield from oil companies. What I uncovered could be the secret key to fattening your income stream courtesy of crude.

My Secret Gold Stock Timing System
The last six times this indicator was flashing "buy" investors came away with +15% to even +110% profits. But don't wait too long to make your move, these doors rarely stay open for long.

For This Value Stock, Just Do the Math
The hot money has fled this stock, but a sum-of-the-parts analysis shows real value for investors.

Stick with the Best in This Emerging Industry
This solar power company is being dumped along with the industry, but a key technological edge should ensure its continued sales leadership.

The Ultimate System for a Volatile Market
This simple idea has outperformed the stock market with less risk and has only had one losing year since 1973. Learn more about this remarkable approach to the market.

Two Ethanol Producers Still on Track to Profit from Revised EPA Timetable
President Obama, looking for a win, seems to have put a serious wager on one key element of his "green" agenda, one that investors can cash in on.

Profit alongside the World's Third Richest Person
This billionaire has a history of creating shareholder value. A new plan to combine three of his businesses could spell profits for investors who get in first.

How to Profit From China's Next Move
China filed this important document -- not very exciting. But what it told investors was extremely valuable, it told them what the eastern giant was going to do next.

Quality Stocks Are Still on Sale
These high-quality companies missed the 2009 rally. Smart investors can pick them up for a bargain.

This Company Could Generate Billions from One of the Largest Oil Discoveries in 20 Years
This British firm has inked two deals that give it exclusive access to a massive new oil field that has yet to produce a dry hole.

Will Copper Become the "New Gold?
Copper is often used to gauge the world's economy and China owns massive quantities of this versatile metal. Increasing demand and a housing boom means copper prices could be sent soaring.

President's Biofuel Push Clears Way for Billions in Revenue
These small-scale "green" energy companies are poised to reap a government-driven windfall.

A Simple Strategy to Boost Dividend Income
This dividend strategy is a unique approach to the market. It shares one thing in common with any successful investing idea -- immense profit possibility.

The Fine Print Behind a $12 Billion Deal
Meet the single most important company behind Royal Dutch Shell's latest biofuel venture.

This Commodity Has Risen 39% in the Last Four Weeks
This commodity provides an accurate indicator of economic expansion or contraction. Make sure to track it carefully, or get caught on the wrong side of the market.

For Big Gains, Think Small
How many times have you heard someone say something like: "I wish I bought Wal-Mart or Microsoft 20 years ago"? It's easy to share that sentiment, but it's far more productive to spot future bellwethers when they're still in their early growth stages.

An Energy Pick That Could Double Your Money
This company is poised to surprise on the upside, as firming energy prices spur global drilling activity.

Oil Prices Set to Surge to $90 a Barrel by Midyear
Experts believe that oil is ready to retest it record highs in 2011. Don't wait too long, this valuable commodity could tack on +30% gains this year alone.

Can Hot Wings Handle The Market's Correction?
After the market makes a correction, getting back to basics may be the best investment you can make. The stocks of these restaurants could be winners in the years ahead.

A Dominant Company with Perfect Timing
The long-term bull market in this cyclical industry has been temporarily interrupted by the worst downturn in generations. This stock could explode in 2010 as things turn around.

The Sugar Crisis Spells Opportunity for Investors
Sugar prices have reached a 29-year high and could be headed higher. Read more to learn the best way to profit.

This Stock Has the Golden Touch
A key player in a hot area is gearing up for a major technology push in 2010.

January 2010

One of the Best Secrets to Making Money in Low-Priced Stocks
The best investors are the ones that do their research ahead of time. At any moment, they're ready to pounce, and pick up industry leaders for penny stock prices.

Improve Your Market Timing with These 3 Simple Rules
You've done your research and made your pick. Make sure you pocket every penny with these three tips.

Obama's Address Signals Opportunities in Health Care, Clean Energy
The President's First State of the Union is a pathway for the nation's investors as well as its lawmakers.

Is the New iPad a Good Reason to Buy Apple?
Investors are wondering whether Steve Jobs' latest device will deliver more iPhone-like returns.

Profit from the Demise of Big Tobacco
A small pharmaceutical company with a big partner has a therapy that must be making cigarette company executives crave a smoke. Investors can now get in on the ground floor of this potentially historic drug.

The Best Time in a Year to Buy Gold Stocks
The last week has been hard on gold bugs. But one bullish indicator is predicting that, with the recent price dip, now may be the perfect time to snap up some of the yellow metal.

How a Midwestern Couple Turned $30,000 into $300 Million
Ever dream of hitting the lottery? In 1957, Bill and Dr. Carol Angle did much better than that. They happened on a young man teaching a class simply named "Investing Principles" that would change their lives forever.

Let People Pay You 9% to Run Away
This one of a kind company has remained strong through the twin ravages of the Great Recession and the Swine Flu virus. Now, as these problems fade, this great dividend payer is about to get even better.

How to "Buy" Apple for Less Than $10 a Share
With this penny stock secret, investors can lock in the powerful performance of not just Apple, but of any major bluechip company, for a fraction of the price.

This Undervalued Company's Expansion Plans Could Spell Big Gains
This discount grocer hired a former Wal-Mart exec as its CEO and is already seeing results. An aggressive plan to open 100 new discount stores should lead to big gains for shareholders in the years ahead.

The Stock to Own in this Out-of-Favor Sector
This high-flying airline should flourish in a rising economy, but its balance sheet should also provide a strong cushion if we hit bumpy skies again.

The Nine Chinese Men Who Control the Fate of America
It shouldn't surprise smart investors that nine men in China could control the fate of U.S. economy. Find out what these men think about U.S. treasuries and if you should be bullish or bearish.

The Most Important Thing to Remember as an Investor in Oil
It's hard to know exactly how much oil will cost in a few months. The best bet oil investors have is to buy oil so low, that it can't get any cheaper. And guess what, it's easier than you think.

This Signal Says Dividend Increases Will Be on the Rise
I think history could be about to repeat itself. In the downturn earlier in the decade, dividend increases waned, only to spread like wildfire in the years after. That's exactly the situation setting up in today's market.

Turn Pennies and Nickels into Big Profits
In a short period of time, this company has gone from literally counting change to building substantial profits. A recent deft acquisition should spell further growth opportunities and gains for shareholders ahead.

A 13% Yielder that Has Hiked Its Dividends for 21 Quarters
This all but unknown business-development company has increased its dividend +33% per year since it went public in 2004.

Made In Japan: A New Bull Market
After 20 years of bad news and bear markets, now could finally be the time to buy Japanese stocks.

The Plastic Surgery Company That's Headed Higher
For pharmaceutical companies and their investors, few things are more exciting than having a product be FDA approved. This is no exception, this stock could easily double in 2010.

A Solid Stock that Goes Against the Current
Clients have been flowing out the doors of competitors, while this company is seeing a mass influx of new customers -- and cash. As interest rates rise in the coming years, look for income to jump and the share price to follow.

Why 2010 is THE Year for This Investment
An improving economy and historically low valuations have created an ideal situation for this sector.

Lessons from the Greatest Silver Bust in History
Between 1973 and 1980, two sons of a legendary Texas oil baron made the bet of a lifetime. It would eventually go down as one of the most notorious busts in the history of Wall Street.

How to Profit in Any Kind of Market
With inflation all but assured, here are four ways to profit in the future. These aren't fancy accounting tricks or complex formulas, they are financial basics every investor should know.

Don't Miss These Four Post-Holiday Stocks
Now that the holidays are over, its time to start making profits in 2010. These four trades could be easy returns for investors who act quickly.

An Undervalued Industry Leader with +66% Upside Potential
This insurance company has increased its dividend for 26 straight years, grown revenue for more than a decade and trades at a steep discount to its historical valuations. Shares could jump +66% as they approach their historic valuation.

Looking Beyond Banks to Uncover Truly Excellent Value
Bank balance sheets might make banks seem like great values, though very few are. These two securities, however, sidestep the minefield of financial institutions and not only offer investors a truly good deal but also offer rich dividend income.

Don't Miss the Best Pharma Value on the Market
One of the market's most well-known drug giants is trading at single digit valuations -- a value that won't last long. Plus, the company has paid dividends for more than 120 years and yields 5.5%.

Why I'm Buying This Stock
Tuesday's earnings announcement is likely to provide a pop for these troubled shares after JP Morgan's revenue misses expectations and sends banks lower.

High Yields from the World's Most Dependable Revenues
This fund provides inflation protection, dollar diversification and growth -- while paying a fat distribution.

Revealed: A Top-Ten Stock for 2010
Since 2003, our annual Top 10 picks have given readers a compounded return of +96% through 2009 -- more than double that of the S&P 500. Here's a sneak preview of one of 2010 picks that's set to soar...

The Company Poised to Rebound with the Improving Economy
As the long economic downturn subsides, consumers will begin to re-enter a market they abandoned when the housing bubble burst. That's one very good reason to invest in this industry leader.

The Five Reasons Gold Will Hit $5,000
Investors shouldn't be concerned about $2,000 an ounce gold, instead they should be looking to profit from possible prices of $5,000 an ounce. Here are five reasons why investors should consider a gold investment.

A High Yielding Bank with Chinese Growth
One of the best positioned banks in the world for growth also happens to pay a fat dividend. Located amid the fastest growing economies in the world and on the cusp of worldwide economic recovery, this bank could grow by leaps and bounds.

These Funds Are Immune to Interest Rates
Funds that hold these securities aren't just immune to rate hikes -- they actually benefit from them. So, if the combination of safety, liquidity and high yields sounds intriguing, then keep on reading.

The Value Play Backed by 150 Patents
This company provides the tools to help medical research make the next leap forward.

How the LNG Boom Could Make These Two Countries Rocket in 2010
Three major oil companies are spending their entire R&D budgets on one spot in a remote part of the Middle East. If you're curious why, keep reading.

These Are the Only Stocks You Should Ever Buy
Don't let others fool you, there's a simple answer to what stocks you should buy. This overlooked class of securities is the way to go if you want outsized gains.

Three Underrated ETF Hotspots
These three countries should be on investors' radar screens for 2010. They may not be the first places that come to mind, but they have a shot at being the year's top performers.

40 Million People Need This Life-Saving Drug
This pharmaceutical company has the highest operating margins in the industry, and it has the exclusive rights to its money-making drugs for another decade.

The Rarest Securities In the World Yield 11.5%, 11.4% and 9.1%
Investors should be warming up to this special type of security. After all, they can pay more than four times the average yield delivered by the S&P 500 Index -- while offering the safety of a bond with the upside of an equity.

The Most Popular Alternative Energy No One's Talking About
Utility companies are scrambling to find 'carbon-neutral' production. This energy producer could be the solution to their problems and Wall Street doesn't even know about it.

These Firms Could Skyrocket -- And How to Own a Piece of All of Them...
After a lull in the exchange-traded fund universe, there has been a flurry of new launches in the past few months. But there's one fund in particular I think should be near the top of your watch list in the new year.

A Seismic Investment for 2010
Geothermal energy is getting more attention as the United States invests millions in emerging technologies that could expand its use. This pioneering Nevada company is staking its claims.

The Ad Company That Could Return +100% Next Year
This company looks set to rebound in 2010, as corporations again begin to burnish their brands.

Get a 20% Dividend Yield with This Five-Dollar REIT
This REIT's high-yield won't last much longer -- all signs point to a profitable recovery in its share price.

An Attractive Low-Priced Stock
A remarkable new technology could lead to huge profits as companies around the world fight for its services.

America's Great Turnaround Story
This company's turnaround could become legendary in the annals of corporate history. And the market could reward the stock big time in 2010.

A Shocking Prediction for 2010 You Won't Want to Miss
Well friends, it's that time of year again -- time to close the books on 2009 and map out an investment strategy for the year ahead. After weeks of research and collaborative discussion, I'm going to share with you one of my predictions for 2010.

The World's Secret Printing Press
If you thought most governments printed money themselves, you're wrong -- they're turning in droves to have one company do the job for them. Learn about this secret company that will profit as governments shift their printing presses into overdrive.

Bend it Like Buffett
OK, so the Oracle of Omaha doesn't think Kraft should issue new shares to help take over Cadbury, the British confectionary company. Is he right?

The Price of Construction Materials Is About to Soar
The U.S. real estate market could be the main catalyst that gets the American public back on track. Find out the future of housing and how to profit from its rebound.

A Top Strategist's Revolutionary New Income Strategy
We recently sat down with Amy Calistri -- editor of StreetAuthority's newest publication, The Daily Paycheck -- to get her thoughts on the market.

2010's Craziest Market Prediction...And Why It Will Come True
Our 2009 investment predictions returned +65.6% last year -- more than triple the S&P 500's return. Building on our success, we have a new round of predictions for the coming year, including one that seems crazy, but could easily come true.

Thank ExxonMobil for These Solid 10% Dividends
The major deal between this energy company and ExxonMobil has renewed interest in this forgotten asset class. Don't miss this opportunity to get in before the rest of the crowd.

A Major Uptrend Is Just Getting Started in This Hated Asset
The top ETFs in the world have stopped breaking out to new highs... and they aren't rising as fast as they were. The momentum behind the stock-market rally is waning, but not this asset class.

Ten Stocks with Gains for the Ages
These companies inked remarkable gains in 2009. Here's a look at what they did right, what's next, and if these companies belong in your portfolio in the New Year.

Earn 7.0% from Canada's U.S. Invasion
The stars have aligned for this Northern income-generating goliath. And its great yield is about to get a whole lot better.

How to Invest in Junk (Without Buying Risky Bonds)
Drivers looking to save money on vehicle repairs are big business for this company.

Sky-High Yields From an Island Smaller than Manhattan
I'm sure a lot of people are looking toward warmer climates right about now. As winter starts, I've uncovered one warm-weather paradise that has more to offer than just sandy beaches and turquoise water.

The Income Secret Right Under Your Nose
A sideways market combined with an uncertain future makes it all the more important to focus on safe, steady dividends. One asset class accomplishes this like no other -- but no one seems to notice it. Find out what I'm talking about.

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