How to Profit from the Growing China Trade Imbalance
For years, China has been the “hot” market, as the communist nation gone capitalist brings investment funds from all over the world. With a rising middle class and a growing trade surplus with the United States, China stands to profit heavily from a weak currency and a growing accounts receivable column.
The Chinese have benefited [...]
Are Target Retirement Funds Smart Investments?
Retirement planning may be getting easier, but it certainly is not getting cheaper. To add to the supply of retirement instruments, a new breed of mutual fund has emerged: the target fund.
These funds seek to minimize the effort required to manage a hefty portfolio by focusing on asset allocation, rather than investment [...]
Tata Motors (TTM) makes deal with Boeing
The now world renowned automaker known for its $2500 (100,000 rupees) car has contracted with Boeing to produce parts for the 787 airliner. This news adds more strength to Tata Motors’ (TTM) bottom-line, confirming the company as a great investment.
Boeing partnership increases revenues and exposure
Tata motors has agreed to start production [...]
How to Leverage Your Position in Commodities
The commodities markets are reserved for few brave traders, who usually are market veterans. When someone thinks of trading, pork bellies, dairy, or raw sugar is probably last on the list of tradable goods. But there is plenty of money to be made in commodities, and they offer nice portfolio leverage.
Commodities [...]
Tax Deduction Tips for Capital Losses in 2007
Although most of us enjoyed a profitable market year in 2007, many of our gains have been significantly lost within the first month of the new trading year. Despite all of the red that may run through your portfolio, there are certainly benefits to be had with your stock losses – via Uncle Sam. [...]
Are Variable Annuities Best for Your Retirement?
Planning for retirement is a complex issue, with equal weight given to retirement income and capital growth. Recent trends have made variable annuities a very popular retirement planning instrument, stemming from the guarantee of stable income. However, with the vast array of retirement annuity options, it is important to navigate the field carefully [...]
DRIP Stock Reinvestment – The Secret to Avoid Panic Selling
In turbulent market times, how can you avoid panic selling and protect your portfolio? The great pressure on selling triggers the herd mentality, only to surprise panicked sellers with a rebound once the price massacre hits its support levels. While your fingers may be numb from pushing “sell” during the last month [...]
Top Solar Energy Stocks
We constantly hear the stress on corporations going green, while we develop alternative sources of energy – not only for conserving energy, but also for fighting global warming. Galloping world prices for crude oil have also been responsible for increasing attention on finding renewable sources of energy.
As petrol prices and oil company profits have [...]
Has The Chinese Stock Market Bust Arrived?
Or, has a harsh winter merely caused a temporary pause in the growth of the Shanghai Composite?
The Shanghai Composite, which monitors the major Chinese stock markets, fell 9.3% last week, closing at 4,320.77 on Friday’s trading session. This leaves the composite at nearly 30% less than last October’s historical highs. The Shanghai [...]
How to Remain Immune from Economic Downturn
This week’s whipsaw markets symbolize the significant economic insecurity we face in 2008. As the selling activity heightens, investors are rushing to stay on the sidelines with cash. However, amidst the rollercoaster stock market, there are certain industries that can provide a safe hedge in the tumultuous market.
Consumer Necessities: In [...]
