Record College Savings: Another Bullish Sign

College savings, through state-run 529 plans, recently soared to an all-time high. Whether you realize it or not, that's another bullish sign for the market. More 

3 Japanese Stocks to Buy … Eventually

Japanese stocks have been trouncing U.S. stocks' own impressive run in 2013, and many should continue to do so amid the government's focus on keeping the yen weak. More 

7 Insurance Stocks to Buy Now

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

Gold’s Not Quite Ready to Short Yet, But …

As long as the dollar stays strong -- and it should -- gold's longer-term prospects look bleak. But those wanting to short the metal shouldn't do so blindly. More 

Mighty Casey’s General Stores Strikes Out

Casey's General Store swung and missed last quarter thanks to the payroll tax and higher gas prices -- a bad sign for the economy as a whole. More 

Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac: A Day-Trader’s Dream Come True

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are no longer on the NYSE and remain in the government's hands. But for over-the-counter stocks, they're actually not too shabby. More 

Oil Services Under Pressure From the Buck

Strength in the dollar has undercut any attempt at commodities to stage a sustainable advance. One setup to watch for is a breakdown in the oil services fund OIH. More