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Recent Articles

Amazon’s E-books Outsell Hardcovers

Numbers climbed each month during the second quarter for the online retailer and Amazon is now selling more digital books than hardcover books for the first time in company history.

McDonald’s Hits Smoothie Snag in Effort to Expand Drink Sales

While the sale of McDonald’s smoothies officially began last week, certain locations have been offering the fruity beverages for some time earlier and have seen great success. McDonald’s chief marketing officer has referred to the smoothie line as “an absolute hit” with “unprecedented demand.”

6 Questions to Ask Before Picking a Stock Broker

Gone are the days when choosing a discount stock broker meant simply shopping for the lowest commissions. Online stock brokers have a host of options for beginner investors and with the recent consolidation in the industry, and the intensifying downward pressure on commissions, discount brokers are scrambling to differentiate themselves from one another in ways beyond price.

7 Commodity Stocks to Buy Now

Commodity stocks are in focus right now. If the global economy is to keep growing, industrial consumers from Shanghai to Shreveport will need to buy raw materials. Find out which stocks are buys

Stocks to Buy for the Second Half of 2010

The first six months of 2010 took investors on a wild ride. To prepare for the second half of the year, here are six prime picks.

Hidden Fees Your Online Broker Won’t Tell You About

Commissions aren't the only fees you'll pay to enjoy the services of a discount broker. Like banks, most brokers also charge fees, which can range from annual maintenance fees to fees for paper statements and confirmations.

Amazon Poised to Lead Retailers In Consumer Spending

When it comes to consumer spending this holiday season, online retailer Amazon.com (AMZN) could be poised for a decisive victory over competitors such as Best Buy (BBY), Costco (COST), Target (TGT) and Wal-Mart (WMT).

Learning the Ropes of Forex Markets

Interested in trading currencies? An expert trader walks you through the basics of this intriguing market.

Go Long or Stay Short — Just Stay Invested During Volatile Market Times!

Hanging on during a wild roller-coaster ride of market volatility takes research and thought. But the payoff can be exciting.