Let’s go ahead and use the quickest, most reliable strategy I know of to kickstart a reliable 7% income stream that rolls our way every month. My specialty is writing about stocks, bonds and closed-end funds (CEFs), but all of these are really a means to the end of achieving financial independence. What really matters is how much income you can pull…
New Year’s Day is fast approaching. Now’s a good time for reflection. As we say goodbye to 2023 and say hello to a new year that’s hopefully even better for investors, make these six new year’s resolutions. They’re not only relevant for 2024, but they’re timeless advice for any year. This post appeared first on Investing Daily.
Earlier in December, the U.S. Federal Reserve left key interest rates unchanged at a range of 5.25% to 5.5%. That was good news for borrowers who have been increasingly under pressure in the last year as the cost of loans has crept steadily higher alongside interest rates, and the stock market has been rising nicely as a result of this…
As the bull market broadens into 2024, several long-term stocks can be expected to run higher. Well-known chart analyst Charlie Bilello points out that the “Magnificent Seven” gained 75% in 2023 while the other 493 companies in the S&P 500 index gained 12% over the past year. This leaves a sizable amount of catch-up room for equities. Investors who look beyond the Magnificent Seven…
The vast majority of stocks that distribute dividends pay them out on a quarterly basis, but there are some that issue them monthly. Monthly dividend payers are often a favorite among income investors or those in retirement who appreciate the more frequent payouts. Typically, most of them are real estate investment trusts, or REITs, which are required by federal statute to…
Adding to your winning stocks can be one of the hardest but most important things to do when investing. After a strong market so far in 2023, there are plenty of investors sitting on an opportunity to do just that as they consider what investment actions to take in 2024. As a long-term investor, I generally buy stocks with the…
As an investor, you can’t afford to be parochial. You must look beyond America’s shores and gain international exposure. If you’re looking to add international flavor to your portfolio, investing in companies that trade in the U.S. as American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) is an easy way to do so. Even seasoned investors could use a quick refresher course on ADRs.…
Get ready for the December installment of Chris and David talking all things stock market on The David Lin Report! Key Questions Asked: The S&P 500 looks like it may end 2023 at a year-to-date high. Do you think a Santa Claus rally will continue to push the S&P 500 higher? As a chartist, how do you trade with regard…
In an era where digital fortification reigns supreme, three cybersecurity giants stand tall, reshaping the landscape of online protection. Read the article to learn about the trio’s financial prowess, innovative strides, and market dominance. These industry titans reveal their fiscal resilience and strategic maneuvers in adapting to an edgy digital threat landscape. Their strategies breed resilience and valuation growth as…
A safe double-digit yield makes it a lot easier to retire. Today we’ll discuss a portfolio that pays 14.1% (that’s no typo). If you manage to find these mega-yielders, you can finance your retirement on dividends alone. That means, if you pick the right stocks, you might never need to lay a finger on your retirement principal. In looking ahead to 2024, then, I…