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Two Ways to Profit from Putin’s Bellicosity
In the iconic 1987 film “Wall Street,” the ruthless corporate raider Gordon Gecko is described as someone who was so uncaring and so heartless that 15 minutes after the Space Shuttle Challenger blew up, he was on the phone shorting NASA stock. Now, there are some problems with this idea, as the film is actually […]
This ETF Provides Stability Overseas
International investing has not been the hottest investing theme in recent years. However, markets are well known for working in cycles. In all likelihood, there will come another moment for international companies to shine. One way to take advantage of some of the best non-U.S. equities out there is through iShares MSCI International Quality Factor […]
Analyzing a ‘Foreign’ ETF
Sometimes, it is best to stay at home and remain faithful to the tried-and-true experiences that you’ve known all your life. Such a decision provides one with a safe harbor during tumultuous times. At other times, it is wiser to cast off, explore new horizons and experience new sensations. This dilemma also applies to the […]
Lessons Learned at 168 MPH
Some people play golf. Some people play tennis. And while I certainly understand the appeal of these great activities, I prefer to engage in recreational activities that are, shall we say, a little more extreme. Another way to describe my proclivities is the way many of my friends and family do, and that is to […]
Podcasters of the World Unite
When a star player in your profession comes under attack, it behooves you to take a look at the reasons why, and to see if there is any “there,” there. I say that because if the biggest name in a given industry has come under fire for supposed wrongdoing, then you can bet that anyone […]
Invest in High Shareholder Yields with This Fund
The Cambria Shareholder Yield ETF (BATS:SYLD) offers active exposure to U.S. stocks with attractive cash flow characterized by dividends, share buybacks and net debt paydown. SYLD actively selects U.S. stocks that exhibit high shareholder yield, which is calculated by considering a company’s cash flow measures. Selection starts with the top 20% of stocks by combining […]