These companies are in the sweet spot of a major economic trend.
It's a good time to remember Buffett's golden rule.
The recovery should enable them to push through long-delayed premium increases -- and interest rates won't be going any lower.
Here are some companies facing serious headwinds, but you wouldn't know it from their glittering dividends.
Even as the market rises, these names may be ripe for a pullback. What should you do?
Buyouts can be a quick path to big gains, and this company looks like a great target -- even if it's not bought out.
Investors have profited from this household name for generations, but its next phase of growth is even more promising.
Consumers will love paying less at the pumps, but investors in these sectors will be the clear winners.
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