Richard Young

Richard Young

Editor, Intelligence Report

Richard (Dick) Young is the editor of Intelligence Report, a conservative investment advisory service with a simple focus: diversification and patience built on a foundation of value and compound interest.

In 1989, Dick founded Richard C. Young & Co., Ltd., an investment advisory firm. He is currently the head of global investment strategy for the firm, which Barron’s ranked as one of the top independent advisors in the nation for 2012 & 2013.

Dick Young began his career in 1964 with Clayton Securities in Boston after earning a B.S. in investments from Babson College.

Recent Articles

7 Dividend Stocks to Grow Your Nest Egg

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

Ensure that your nest egg continues to grow, no matter what happens on Wall Street, with these low-risk, high-yield dividend stocks.

Utility Stocks Remain Smart, Safe and High-Yield

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

With new money, the Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF (NYSE: XLU) remains one of my top fund choices. The fund is loaded with utilities from my [master list], including Exelon (NYSE: EXC), the largest owner/operator of nuclear plants in the United States; NextEra Energy (NYSE: NEE) (formerly FPL Group), the largest North American generator of renewable power from solar and wind energy; Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), one of the largest electricity companies in the US, with over four million customers; PG&E (NYSE: PCG), a supplier of gas and electric to approximately 15 million people; and Entergy (NYSE: ETR), the nation's second-largest nuclear power generator.

Why Canada Is a Big Winner

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

Combine excellent resource wealth with a strong financial system, great education, and a free economy built on a strong democratic system, and you get an attractive investment environment.

Swiss Franc – Most Stable Currency in the World

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

I have recently added to my substantial holdings of Swiss francs by adding to my CurrencyShares Swiss Franc ETF (FXF) position. And I would add to yours. A conservative move is to take a starter position today and to add to your position over the years until you reach the 10% mark (gold and currencies).

Investing in Emerging Market Brazil Has Big BRIC Potential

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

Brazil's emerging market may prove to be a great BRIC investment. Find the latest information on BRIC funds and learn why Brazil investments are currently more compelling than those in Russia, India and China.

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