Investment
Investing should be easy – just buy low and sell high – but most of us have trouble following that simple advice. There are principles and strategies that may enable you to put together an investment portfolio that reflects your risk tolerance, time horizon, and goals. Understanding these principles and strategies can help you avoid some of the pitfalls that snare some investors.
Bursting the Bubble
Tulips were the first, but they won’t be the last. What forms a “bubble” and what causes them to burst?
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Five for Friday – May 1, 2026
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Where Is the Market Headed?
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Baird Strategas on key themes for investors to watch in the second half of 2026.
All That Matters: Rambling and Gambling
How should investors respond to the recent tariff news? And what do online gambling companies have to do with investing?
The Dangers of Portfolio Tinkering
“Your money is like a bar of soap – the more you handle it, the less you’ll have.”
Five for Friday – March 20, 2026
Ross looks at consumer tailwinds and headwinds and reminds us of the importance of realistic expectations in investing.
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Bursting the Bubble
Tulips were the first, but they won’t be the last. What forms a “bubble” and what causes them to burst?
Should I Invest in Gold?
Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.
Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
What Smart Investors Know
Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
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The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing
It's easy to let investments accumulate like old receipts in a junk drawer.
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