In the News:
19 Stocks That Missed the Rally
A small group of S&P 500 companies missed out on a historic stock rally which saw the largest point increases in history for the S&P 500 and the Dow. Among them were General Electric, Gannett, Sears, KB Home to name a few.
http://money.cnn.com/2008/10/13/markets/no_rally/index.htm
Retail Shakeout: Worst Is Yet to Come
Experts warn that the credit freeze combined with slumping sales - and a likely dismal Christmas season - will force out many more retailers in 2009. Among those in danger are stores in the jewelry, household appliances, furniture and restaurant sectors. Department stores, home furnishings and specialty names are most at risk of bankruptcy or store closings.
http://money.cnn.com/2008/10/13/news/economy/retail_shakeout/index.htm?postversion=2008101313
Dividend stock traps, worst is yet to come for retailers, know your CD - Today in Money 10/14
9 tips to tough out the times, money mistakes even smart people make & 10 reasons you aren't rich - Today in Money 10/13
In the News:
Trillions in Stock Value Gone: What Happened to Your Money?
Trillions in retirement savings -- gone. A huge chunk of the money you paid for your house, the money you're saving for college, the money your boss needs to make payroll -- gone, gone, gone. But if you no longer have that money, who does? The fat cats on Wall Street? Some oil baron in Saudi Arabia? The government of China? Or is it just -- gone? If you're looking to track down your missing money -- figure out who has it now, maybe ask to have it back -- you might be disappointed to learn that is was never really money in the first place.
http://www.walletpop.com/article/_a/bbdp/what-happened-to-all-your-money/208135e
9 Tips to Tough Out the Times
Feeling frustrated? Here's some help for the toughening times that'll keep paying off long after the crisis has passed. Here are nine simple How-to's including how to earn a yield of nearly 5%, how to know when a stock is really a bargain, how to raise your credit score and how to get a great deal on a mortgage today.
http://money.cnn.com/2008/10/06/pf/money_steps.moneymag/index.htm?postversion=2008100918
Where the pros are putting their cash, beating the budget crunch & new age of frugality - Today in Money 10/10
In the News:
Where are the Pros Putting Their Cash?
Money magazine asked several financial experts: What are you doing with your own portfolio in the wake of the financial crisis?
http://money.cnn.com/galleries/2008/moneymag/0810/gallery.crisis_pros.moneymag/index.html
As the Economy Sinks So Do the Odds of a Tax Cut
One of the riskiest financial moves you make this year could be listening to the presidential candidates-and banking on a tax cut after the November elections. John McCain and Barack Obama both promise that widespread tax cuts will be one major way they'll revive the economy and help lift consumers' sagging spirits. But here's what you're not likely to hear either candidate say before Election Day on November 4: There's no money left for tax cuts.
http://www.usnews.com/blogs/flowchart/2008/10/9/as-the-economy-sinks-so-do-odds-of-a-tax-cut.html
4 great companies on sale, answers to your pressing meltdown questions & save on winter heating bills - Today in Money 10/9
cIn the News:
An Unhappy Anniversary for Stocks
Today marks a rather depressing anniversary. On Oct. 9, 2007, major U.S. stock indexes closed at an all-time high. The broad S&P 500 index closed at 1,565.15. Today - on Oct. 8, 2008 - the S&P 500 closed at 984.94.
http://www.businessweek.com/investing/insights/blog/archives/2008/10/stocks_an_unhap.html?campaign_id=twxa
4 Great Companies on Sale
Not only are these big, steady stalwarts cheap, but also they will keep your money safe. The are eBay, 3M, Microsoft and AT&T.
http://www.kiplinger.com/columns/picks/archive/2008/pick1007.htm
An Unhappy Anniversary for Stocks
Today marks a rather depressing anniversary. On Oct. 9, 2007, major U.S. stock indexes closed at an all-time high. The broad S&P 500 index closed at 1,565.15. Today - on Oct. 8, 2008 - the S&P 500 closed at 984.94.
http://www.businessweek.com/investing/insights/blog/archives/2008/10/stocks_an_unhap.html?campaign_id=twxa
4 Great Companies on Sale
Not only are these big, steady stalwarts cheap, but also they will keep your money safe. The are eBay, 3M, Microsoft and AT&T.
http://www.kiplinger.com/columns/picks/archive/2008/pick1007.htm
How to make money in this market, 6 oversold stocks & 10 solutions to a personal credit crisis - Today in Money 10/8
In the News
How to Make Money In This Market
The manager of this year's top stock mutual fund -- and only one that's up in 2008 -- explains how to do well in a bear market.
http://money.cnn.com/2008/10/07/markets/thebuzz/index.htm?postversion=2008100711
6 Very Oversold Stocks
Bottom-fishers should cast around for these six severely oversold stocks.
http://www.smartmoney.com/stock-screen/index.cfm?story=8-Stocks-Baited-for-Bottom-Fishers
How to Make Money In This Market
The manager of this year's top stock mutual fund -- and only one that's up in 2008 -- explains how to do well in a bear market.
http://money.cnn.com/2008/10/07/markets/thebuzz/index.htm?postversion=2008100711
6 Very Oversold Stocks
Bottom-fishers should cast around for these six severely oversold stocks.
http://www.smartmoney.com/stock-screen/index.cfm?story=8-Stocks-Baited-for-Bottom-Fishers
7 great companies for $7 or less, biggest stock losers & live debt-free - Today in Money 10/7
In the News:
7 Great Companies for $7 or Less
These battered stocks are ripe for a rebound. They include Animal Health International, Build-a-Bear Workshop, Blockbuster, Global Cash Access Holdings, Great Wolf Resorts, Hackett Group and Spansion.
http://www.kiplinger.com/magazine/archives/2008/11/7_cheap_stocks.html
Biggest Losers: 15 Stocks That Have Plummeted This Year
The following list is of selected familiar names and large stocks that have plunged significantly over these time periods. It does not include the obvious names such as AIG, Wachovia, GM and the likes, but decent stocks we all liked and knew over the years. Among them are Alcoa, American Express, Apple, Boeing, Citigroup, Dell, eBay, General Electric, Google, Merck, Motorola, Sprint Nextel, Research in Motion, Sirius XM and Whole Foods are all down significantly more than 25% which is what the Dow is off in 2008.
http://www.bloggingstocks.com/2008/10/06/big-losers-15-large-stocks-that-have-plummeted/
7 Great Companies for $7 or Less
These battered stocks are ripe for a rebound. They include Animal Health International, Build-a-Bear Workshop, Blockbuster, Global Cash Access Holdings, Great Wolf Resorts, Hackett Group and Spansion.
http://www.kiplinger.com/magazine/archives/2008/11/7_cheap_stocks.html
Biggest Losers: 15 Stocks That Have Plummeted This Year
The following list is of selected familiar names and large stocks that have plunged significantly over these time periods. It does not include the obvious names such as AIG, Wachovia, GM and the likes, but decent stocks we all liked and knew over the years. Among them are Alcoa, American Express, Apple, Boeing, Citigroup, Dell, eBay, General Electric, Google, Merck, Motorola, Sprint Nextel, Research in Motion, Sirius XM and Whole Foods are all down significantly more than 25% which is what the Dow is off in 2008.
http://www.bloggingstocks.com/2008/10/06/big-losers-15-large-stocks-that-have-plummeted/
Recycled CEOs, keeping customers in a crummy economy & 7 money traps to avoid - Today in Money 10/6
In the News:
Keeping Customers in a Crummy Economy
With recession expectations growing, some companies are taking extraordinary steps to hold on to customers. Telephone companies' offers for two months of free service and reduced rates, discounted gym membership renewals, and generous gift cards from high-end department stores all underscore a pervasive fear on Main Street: With the uncertainty around the credit seize-up, consumers may be digging in for a long hibernation.
http://www.businessweek.com/investor/content/oct2008/pi2008103_779103.htm?campaign_id=twxa
Why Do Failed CEOs Keep Getting Rehired?
Poor stock performance? Weak sales? No matter! If you were once a C.E.O., you can surely be one again. Failed CEOs like Home Depot's Bob Nardelli who ended up at Chrysler and American Airlines' Don Carty who is leading Virgin Atlantic failed CEOs regularly end up at the helm of other companies. Here's why.
http://www.portfolio.com/executives/features/2008/10/05/Why-Failed-CEOs-Get-Rehired
Keeping Customers in a Crummy Economy
With recession expectations growing, some companies are taking extraordinary steps to hold on to customers. Telephone companies' offers for two months of free service and reduced rates, discounted gym membership renewals, and generous gift cards from high-end department stores all underscore a pervasive fear on Main Street: With the uncertainty around the credit seize-up, consumers may be digging in for a long hibernation.
http://www.businessweek.com/investor/content/oct2008/pi2008103_779103.htm?campaign_id=twxa
Why Do Failed CEOs Keep Getting Rehired?
Poor stock performance? Weak sales? No matter! If you were once a C.E.O., you can surely be one again. Failed CEOs like Home Depot's Bob Nardelli who ended up at Chrysler and American Airlines' Don Carty who is leading Virgin Atlantic failed CEOs regularly end up at the helm of other companies. Here's why.
http://www.portfolio.com/executives/features/2008/10/05/Why-Failed-CEOs-Get-Rehired
7 stocks with improving profit margains, an unbelievable yield & desperate investors making bad moves - Today in Money 10/3
In the News:
Desperate Investors Making Bad Moves
There is no shortage of bone-headed moves that panicky investors are considering -- requiring their advisers to make timely interventions. The financial distress caused by the stock market's wild gyrations has investors itching to DO SOMETHING and many times it is the wrong thing.
http://money.aol.com/news/articles/_a/bbdp/desperate-investors-making-bad-moves/198748
7 Stocks With Improving Profit Margins
Arch Coal, Darling International, Guess?, Jos. A Bank Clothiers, NYSE Euronext, Raytheon and Sykes Enterprises are the stocks that make the cut in SmartMoney's newest stock screen.
http://www.smartmoney.com/stock-screen/index.cfm?story=7-Stocks-With-Improving-Profit-Margins
5 ways to play the market's wild ride; credit card debt next crisis? & retirement strategies - Today in Money 10/2
In the News:
5 Ways to Play the Stock Market's Wild Ride
Wall Street is in perpetual turmoil. Investors don't have to be.
http://www.cnbc.com/id/26973429
Credit Card Debt Could Be Next Shot to Rip Through Economy
Credit-card debt is on the brink of imploding and will be the next storm to hit the fragile finance industry, an investment research firm predicted this week.
http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/bad-credit-card-debt-could-next/story.aspx?guid=%7BDE0C0B15%2D4760%2D491C%2DA0F4%2DD34CBD96F7B7%7D
Trading strategies for October, Payout jackpots for credit crunch CEOs & small biz woes - Today in Money 10/1
In the News:
Trading Strategies for October
Following the most volatile September in memory, here are 10 ways to play the year's scariest month.
http://www.marketwatch.com/newscommentary/tradingstrategies
Payout Jackpots for Credit Crunch CEOs
Though they were at the helm of companies that were bruised or broken by the credit crunch, these 12 CEOs were still offered big severance packages when they were shown the door. They include Merrill Lynch's Stan O'Neal who got $161 million, Citi's Chuck Prince $105 million and Countrywide's Angelo Mozilo $100 million to name a few.
http://www.cnbc.com/id/26959512
Trading Strategies for October
Following the most volatile September in memory, here are 10 ways to play the year's scariest month.
http://www.marketwatch.com/newscommentary/tradingstrategies
Payout Jackpots for Credit Crunch CEOs
Though they were at the helm of companies that were bruised or broken by the credit crunch, these 12 CEOs were still offered big severance packages when they were shown the door. They include Merrill Lynch's Stan O'Neal who got $161 million, Citi's Chuck Prince $105 million and Countrywide's Angelo Mozilo $100 million to name a few.
http://www.cnbc.com/id/26959512
Best mid-cap stocks, wild times in credit markets & ways to save on 2008 taxes now - Today in Money 9/30
In the News:
100 Best Mid-Cap Stocks
Lander: These companies have a unique combination of growth, financial stability and promising forecasts. Among the best are Aeropostale, Priceline.com, Reliance Steel and Quicksilver Resources which tops the list.
The 100 Best Mid-Cap Stocks In America - Forbes.com
Wild Times in the Credit Markets
Think stocks are volatile? The dislocations in the credit markets are even more serious, and they pose a greater threat to the economy.
http://www.businessweek.com/investor/content/sep2008/pi20080929_591294.htm?campaign_id=twxa
Also: How Credit Crisis Could Give Restaurant Business Indigestion
100 Best Mid-Cap Stocks
Lander: These companies have a unique combination of growth, financial stability and promising forecasts. Among the best are Aeropostale, Priceline.com, Reliance Steel and Quicksilver Resources which tops the list.
The 100 Best Mid-Cap Stocks In America - Forbes.com
Wild Times in the Credit Markets
Think stocks are volatile? The dislocations in the credit markets are even more serious, and they pose a greater threat to the economy.
http://www.businessweek.com/investor/content/sep2008/pi20080929_591294.htm?campaign_id=twxa
Also: How Credit Crisis Could Give Restaurant Business Indigestion
Where to invest after a bailout, what bank acquisitions mean for you & 20 towns that will suffer most after meltdown - Today in Money 9/29
In the News:
Bank Accounts: What's Protected, What's Not
Bank and brokerage failures, government bailouts, a sickly mortgage market and sinking stock prices. What's an investor-or consumer-to do? There are also a few key steps you can take to maximize your coverage and safeguard your cash - just in case. Here's a who's–who-and-what's-what breakdown.
http://www.cnbc.com/id/24033914
Also: Is Your Bank Safe? Check Its Rating
Small Biz: Life After Your Bank Fails
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Bank Accounts: What's Protected, What's Not
Bank and brokerage failures, government bailouts, a sickly mortgage market and sinking stock prices. What's an investor-or consumer-to do? There are also a few key steps you can take to maximize your coverage and safeguard your cash - just in case. Here's a who's–who-and-what's-what breakdown.
http://www.cnbc.com/id/24033914
Also: Is Your Bank Safe? Check Its Rating
Small Biz: Life After Your Bank Fails
What a bailout would mean to you, bottom-feeding billionaires & tips to deal with financial stress - Today in Money 9/26
In the News:
What the Bailout Means for Mortgage Rates & More
Bottom-Feeding Billionaires
What the Bailout Means for Mortgage Rates & More
We ask the experts what it means for mortgage rates, home prices and loan availability. Here is what they had to say.
Bottom-Feeding Billionaires
As Wall Street melts down, the world's richest go bargain shopping. They include Warren Buffett who just invested $5 billion in Goldman Sachs and Stephen Spielberg & Anil Ambani who are investing in American film industry.
How will bailout work?, is your bank safe? and knock $4,000 off your utility bill - Today in Money 9/25
In the News:
How Will the Bailout Work? No One Actually Knows
Working Folks Outraged By Bailout Plan
How Will the Bailout Work? No One Actually Knows
If taxpayers are having trouble understanding the Bush administration's Wall Street rescue plan, they might want to think of it in terms of some popular TV shows: "Who's the Boss?" "Deal or No Deal" and "Jeopardy."
Working Folks Outraged By Bailout Plan
Allentown, Pa., is in some ways a profoundly ordinary place. Like cities and towns all over America, it has been shaken by economic changes seemingly beyond its control: the churning of industries, the dislocation of workers. The latest details of the government's proposed $700 billion rescue plan is on people's minds. For many of Allentown's residents, the rescue is an occasion for anger, even if that feeling is at times blunted by fatigue and resignation. They dislike what goes on in Washington, but those ill feelings are nothing compared with their view of Wall Street. "People see that the chief executives of these finance companies are making millions on the backs of taxpayers".
Short-term CD's to like, 5 common money mistakes to avoid & up-and-coming neighborhoods that are cheap - Today in Money 9/24
In the News:
· FBI Probes Fannie, Freddie, AIG and Lehman Bros Whose Collapses Helped Trigger $700 Billion Bailout
Short-Term CDs Worth Looking At
Investors seeking a short- term haven for their money will have some luck with these CDs offering high yields.
5 Common Mistakes People Make in a Bad Economy
Consumers have plenty to worry about during a challenging economy, and making a wrong move in personal finances could make a bad situation worse. Obtaining cash through credit cards, retirement plans and home equity could end up being a costly quick fix. And complacency over personal investments and looming college costs could lead to missed opportunities for keeping hard-earned dollars. Here's how to avoid some common pitfalls during an economic downturn.
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