With the S&P 500 at record highs that is precisely the environment in which we find ourselves today.
Here's what you have to know before you buy yourself the gift that keeps on giving.
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This high yielding firm is a play on increased buyout and financing activity in the markets.
Wall Street's apparent strength is still just as illusory as it was this time last year. And we know how that movie ended. Think 'Jekyll and Hyde' rather than 'Hoosiers.'
Despite other signs of economic stalling, a small payroll beat sets the stage for one final upswing. Yet, there are also some attractive uptrend breakouts underway.
History suggests that selling stocks every year on this month is not always a good strategy.
May has been crummy for stocks for the past 3 years, and there are a few reasons to be concerned about May 2013 as well.
Paying attention, whether to your spouse or your investments, is key to a succesful, long-term relationship.
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