Cynthia Wilson

Consumer Finance & Funds Writer

Cynthia Wilson brings more than 20 years of journalism experience as a reporter and editor to her freelance contributions to InvestorPlace.com. She also has worked as an associate analyst for Edward Jones and contributes market research and analysis reports for investment banking firm Ogden Associates, Inc. In addition to her work with IP, Cynthia is a regular contributor to insideARM.com, a B2B publication for the account receivables management industry. Her career includes work at The St. Louis Post-Dispatch, The Wichita Eagle and Louisville Courier-Journal.

Recent Articles

Failed AT&T Bid Gives T-Mobile New Life

By Cynthia Wilson, Consumer Finance & Funds Writer

The breakup agreement forced AT&T to pay T-Mobile $3 billion in cash and $1 billion worth of spectrum, including 12 of the top 20 U.S. markets.

The Growing Impact of Apple’s iMessage on Wireless Carriers

By Cynthia Wilson, Consumer Finance & Funds Writer

Apple's free texting service, iMessage, is chipping away at demand for texting services offered by wireless carriers, who will find find ways to compensate.

LeapFrog Running on Tablet Power

By Cynthia Wilson, Consumer Finance & Funds Writer

LeapFrog's LeapPad children's tablet has helped resurrect the company's stock over the past few months. Now, the company needs continued demand.

Technology Fund Starts on the Ground Floor

By Cynthia Wilson, Consumer Finance & Funds Writer

This fund goes after growth potential in the tech sector -- often from young companies -- and finds success in longer-term investments.

Yacktman Focused Fund Should Sound Familiar

By Cynthia Wilson, Consumer Finance & Funds Writer

High-rated, comparably priced Yacktman Focused Fund (YAFFX) seeks long-term capital appreciation, current income with investments in domestic and foreign equity securities, among others.

Satuit Capital Micro Cap — Don’t Let Size Fool You

By Cynthia Wilson, Consumer Finance & Funds Writer

This micro cap fund is an IRA focused on small companies with the potential for big returns. Take a closer look.

Weitz Partners III Opportunity Fund on the Straight and Narrow

By Cynthia Wilson, Consumer Finance & Funds Writer

Smart investment strategy led by a tightly managed fund, Weitz Partners III Opportunity Fund gives investors an intelligent alternative to the usual IRA gimmicks.

Small Williston Basin Fund Is Big on Oil Holdings, Big on Price

By Cynthia Wilson, Consumer Finance & Funds Writer

Propped up with its strong 12-month return, ICPAX IRA targets companies that specialize in resource extraction in the Williston Basin and Mid-Northern America region.

McDonald’s Cranking out Healthier Happy Meals

By Cynthia Wilson, Consumer Finance & Funds Writer

In the coming years, McDonald's Happy Meals will look a lot different -- all in an effort to please parents and protect profits. Here's what to expect.

BJBGX Is a Mutual Fund With International Flavor

By Cynthia Wilson, Consumer Finance & Funds Writer

Artio Total Return Bond (BJBGX) is a cheap fund that invests in securities in developed, emerging markets, but its returns have been less than stellar.

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