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Worst Bank Stocks in the World – EU Banks Fail Stress Tests

Bank stocks are cyclical, and with the EU on the cusp of another recession, it could get very painful for these major financials.

3 International Dividend Stocks You Must Own

There's no reason to fear investing in international corporations. Several of them have trusted brands, and more importantly, are reliable dividend stocks.

5 Ways to Ride the Europe Rally

After years in the dumpster, the European economy is finally starting to pick back up. Here are 5 different ways investors can play the recovery.

British Bank Stocks: 2 to Buy, 1 to Sell

Despite struggle and scandal across the pond, a survey of big British banks reveals a few solid selections in the sector ... and one clear name to avoid.

Keep Betting on Macau Casinos

The rebound in Macau gambling means good things for traditional gaming names. But China’s gambling industry is starting to develop nuances that give each stock its own unique upside.

Why the Financial Future Is Built Upon the Chinese Yuan

China is one of the world's biggest economic powers and their currency, the Yuan, is slowly becoming the most important in the world

Gold Sinks on HSBC Move

Gold tumbled in Thursday trading after HSBC announced that it had cut its gold exposure in half.

SAP Zapped … and It Might Be Tapped

SAP's run to all-time highs was put on pause after the German software company's earnings failed to impress.

9 Commercial Banking Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of nine Commercial Banking stocks are on the rise this week on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

8 Commercial Banking Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of eight Commercial Banking stocks are better this week, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Every one of these stocks has an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy") rating.

European Financials: Look, Don’t Touch

Despite the sector's strong run lately, the eurozone is still a mess. No need to rush in yet -- wait for the next shoe to drop before buying.

5 ETFs Paying ‘Phat’ Dividends for Retirement

With new rules possibly coming in for the taxation on dividend income, its time for investors to find big yields in safe ETF's.

The 10 Biggest, Baddest ETFs on Wall Street

If you’re an investor with just a small nest egg looking to tap into the wealth of Wall Street, consider these 10 top ETFs as a place to start.

Meet the 10 Most Powerful Women in Banking

What glass ceiling? These females are big names at some very big banks.

Ranking InvestorPlace’s 10 Best Stocks for 2012 Through Q3

Another quarter has passed, further shaking up our 10 expert picks and leaving six in the black. Here's how they rank heading into the final period.

6 Commercial Banking Stocks to Sell Now

This week, the overall grades of six Commercial Banking stocks are lower, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

As Scandals Cool, Can We Trust Banks Again?

The answer is both yes and no. The big guys still don't look any better, but this low-risk, high-yield regional bank has a lot to offer.

This Is Still America’s Favorite Credit Card

The credit card industry has seen an increase in customer satisfaction for the third year straight, with American Express being America's favorite card.

Capital One: Still Charging, Still Cheap

Capital One has beat out most other major U.S. banks with 30%-plus returns year-to-date; acquisition benefits and a cheap valuation should drive it further.