Google and Apple are Creating Nightmares for These Stocks
A look at the living room of 2013 can surprisingly give investors a clear look at what stocks to own -- and what stocks to avoid.

How to Hide from the Dividend Tax Increase
The dividend tax for investors in the highest tax bracket could rise to as high as 39.6% within a few months -- and 43.4% by 2013. But that doesn't mean you have to give up income investing. There's one spot any investor can earn tax-advantaged yields -- no matter their tax bracket.

The Simplest Mistake ETF Investors Make
There are more than 1,000 exchange-traded funds on the market today, with more and more being launched every day. But while these revolutionary funds are far superior to many other options out there, there is one mistake that investors make all too often...

5 Safe Stocks for the Next Market Crash
Are you prepared for the next market crash? Rather than just sticking with the same tired defensive names, consider these five stocks instead.

After Burger King's Buyout, Who's Next?
After today's news that the burger chain will be acquired -- and the stock's +25% pop -- we take a look at other restaurant chains that may be in play.

Great News: Stocks are Hated
It may seem counterintuitive, but it's actually a good thing that investor sentiment has reached a new low. If history is any guide, this could be a great time to wade into the market.

3 Stocks to Green Up Your Portfolio
These companies should play a key role in the global clean energy build-out and deliver impressive returns to investors.

A 200-Year Old Blue Chip on the Cutting Edge
Innovative products have tripled profits for this Dow component. A strong yield and a defensive business make this stock ideal for a slow growth environment.

How Investors Should Handle the M&A Frenzy
Should you buy a stock on rumors of a buyout? After a buyout is announced, should you cash in or hold on in hopes of further gains? The short answer: it depends.

Economic News: Why the Glass is Half Full
A follow up to last week's economic preview reveals some encouraging signs to investors. Here's one tool to take advantage.

Short-Term Woes Create a Compelling Value for this Industry Leader
A sudden plunge sets the stage for what could be an eventual +100% rebound for this stock.

The Safest Bet in the Tech Sector
This tech giant is so confident in its ability to generate profits that it has issued guidance as far out as 2015. The good news: based on its own earnings estimates, which can be counted on fairly reliably, the stock could double in the next five years.

August 2010's Market Outlook: Sell Dollars, Buy Grain...
It may sound strange, but this commodity ETF can help you make money from a weakening dollar.

A Way for Traders to Profit from Failing Banks
Regional banks have been failing at an alarming rate. This California bank is currently way over-valued and may present an excellent opportunity to short.

Where to Find the Next Big Tech Deal
Intel's most recent purchase kicks off the next round of buyout speculation. We've identified a handful of stocks that could see their shares jump if a bid from another tech giant emerges...

Forget About BRIC: Buy These Emerging Economies Instead
The BRIC countries are old news: there's a new acronym Wall Street is using to describe a new set of dynamic, high-growth emerging economies. Find out why the CIVETS may be the next emerging markets to propel investors to huge gains.

4 Rebound Stocks Worth a Closer Look
These stocks have stumbled badly in the past six months. Can they pull off a rebound?

A Safer Bet Than BP -- and Still Plenty of Upside
The Gulf oil spill has knocked a leading offshore oil driller on its back -- welcome news for the competition. Combined with a short-term moratorium on oil drilling in the Gulf, it should propel huge gains for this undervalued stock.

4 Can't-Miss Items for Investors to Watch Next Week
With trading volumes at a seasonal low, these economic news items may sharply move the market. Smart investors may want to prepare themselves by using this fund as a hedge.

Is this Sky-High Yield Too Good to be True?
Many investors are flocking to this stock to take advantage of its high dividend yield, but if any number of scenarios play out, the stock could see a dramatic decline.

This Former Highflyer is Quickly Becoming Irrelevant
A major flaw in this company's business model makes it a ripe stock to short.

This Classic Peter Lynch Play Could Double Your Money
This poorly understood company is growing +20% year after year, while its stock is currently undervalued by at least half.

How to Lock in 8% Government Yields
Treasury yields may be at historic lows, but I've uncovered yields on government debt three times what you can get stateside. The best news is that there's also a simple way to capture these income streams. Here's one idea to take advantage.

Pounce on this Sector's Value Before it Disappears
These cheap stocks make the perfect play for when consumer spending and the housing market finally turn.

A Little-Known Foreign Bank Poised to Soar
One of the world's fastest growing economies is home to this high growth bank that remained strong through the financial crisis. While the huge bull- run is over for U.S. banks, it's just beginning for this rising star.

3 Deep Value Stocks With Major Upside
Three remarkably cheap stocks have little downside and look to provide +50% to +100% returns down the road.

Medtronic's Drop Signals Trouble, but Buyout Candidates Could Deliver Gains
Medtronic's disappointing results today indicate that leading names in the medical device sector could go on a buying spree -- and deliver gains to investors.

This Small Cap Turnaround Play Could Lead to a +400% Return
Luxury purchases got destroyed in this recession, and this company's product was no exception. Through shrewd maneuvering, it has survived by the skin of its teeth and is reinventing itself.

Which of the Out-of-Favor Stocks in this Sector are the Best Buys?
The home health care industry is in distress, which will eventually create impressive opportunities for patient investors.

This Tiny Company's +169% Run is Heating up an Entire Sector
A bidding war between Dell and HP for a data storage company is beginning to light a fire under shares of other rivals. Will these competitors be snatched up and and deliver triple-digit returns as well?

Short This Stock Before Microsoft, HP and Cisco Send it Spiraling Down
The contents of a little-noticed press release could have a seismic impact on this video conferencing firm and make it a big reason to consider shorting the stock.

Short-term Worries have Pushed this Solid Stock To Bargain Levels
Short-term issues have sent shares of this leading global food company into value territory. The stock stands out for major upside potential while offering downside protection.

Is Google the Ultimate Buy-and-Hold Stock?
Google has Apple is in its sights, but Yahoo! is nipping at its heels. If the company can maintain hold its lead in search and maintain momentum in the mobile business, it should have plenty of resources to fund long-term growth.

3 Reasons Why this Small Cap Could Return +200%
With the economy struggling, consumers stopped spending money on having fun. But now that appears to be changing, and this company could emerge from the edge of a lowball buyout to big returns.

4 Stocks Poised for a Post-Summer Rally
Stocks tend to do poorly in the late summer before bottoming-out in September. And then, it's off to the races. Here are four solid stocks that are hitting fresh lows, but hold real long-term value.

Don't be Fooled by These High Yield Stocks
These high yields can't hide an industry in decline and loaded with debt. Should income investors steer clear and look elsewhere?

4 Attractive Stocks Under $6
For one reason or another, these stocks are trading closer to their 52-week lows than their 52-week highs. But growing sales and profits won't have them languishing in the bargain bin for long...

Shocking Facts About the U.S. Debt Problem -- And 5 Ways to Prepare Your Portfolio
The United States is headed down a dangerous path with its mounting debt problem. And while we hope for the best, investors need to be prepared for the worst.

America's Booming Manufacturing Penny Stocks
It's a common lament that U.S. manufacturing has taken second to the service industry. A closer look reveals the U.S. is still number one producer in many high-demand goods, and we found which companies are leading the pack.

Believe it or Not... There are Still Cheap Stocks in China's Hottest Sector
Shares of these stocks are surging -- and more gains could lie ahead.

Why Today's Intel Deal Makes Tech Even More Appealing
Intel's deal to acquire security software vendor McAfee sends a clear message that big tech companies are willing to buy growth. If more deals like this come, it could be just what stocks in the sector need to get moving.

The Best Bargain in the S&P
A look at the cheapest stocks in the S&P reveals three leading candidates. But which one is the best deal for investors?

A Sky High Yield from an Unlikely Place
This company has a great niche in one of the best dividend paying sectors in the market. A huge dividend yield makes the stock a great place to be in today's uncertain markets.

There Are Less Than 40 of These Companies... But They Pay 12%
I've found a niche asset class that carries some of the largest yields on the market. Even better, they allow you access to a market that used to be off-limits to the average investor.

3 Reasons Why the Dollar Will Eventually Plunge
A weaker greenback is inevitable, but it could be great for your portfolio...

Buffett Bets Big on Health-Care with a Huge Buy
The famed "Oracle of Omaha" added one new stock to Berkshire's portfolio and nearly doubled his stake in another. Find out what they are.

This Dominant Retail Stock Has Never Been So Cheap
This best-in-class retail name has never sported a single-digit forward multiple in its history. Until now, that is. Shares won't be cheap for long, as double-digit profit growth is not far on the horizon.

Don't Buy GE or Microsoft Until You Read This
These two titans of American industry have been stuck in the doldrums in recent years. Here's what it will take to get these stocks back on track.

Use the Housing Slowdown to Your Advantage and Short this Stock
America's largest producer of crushed stone, sand and gravel appears as if it could get crushed itself.

A New Federal Report Reveals Which of These Stocks to Buy
A just-released report has for-profit education companies running scared. Find out which stocks will benefit when the Department of Education and Congress stamp out the competition.

The Best Stocks to Hold Forever
These stocks should be at the core of any investor's portfolio because they will never, ever go out of style.

The Safest Source of High Income Today
10-year bonds yield a measly 2.5%, but this other class of bonds nearly triples that payout. Find out how to get a hold of them.

George Soros' Favorite Retail Stock
A sharp markdown in this big retailer's share price should be good news for long-term investors who follow the mega-investor's lead.

5 Reasons Why ExxonMobil is a Buy
ExxonMobil's shares look to be cheap, trading at about 12 times earnings, but here are five even better reasons why the shares are a slam dunk for long-term investors.

More Upside for Coca-Cola Shares Down the Road?
Coca-Cola, the top brand in the world, was developed over the course of 124 years. A successful new product launch and a savvy acquisition strategy have breathed new life into the company, and could further boost the potential for gains.

Forget Amazon.com: Buy This Instead
Don't just close your eyes and buy Amazon.com stock because of the name. What you want is the next stock that could return several times your investment in the next few years. This online provider of health products could do just that...