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

A Top-Notch Utility Stock for the Bargain Hunter

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

FPL Group (FPL) was hurt by an unfavorable rate decision, but this utility company has a bright future ahead of it as the economy recovers.

7 Low-Risk, High-Dividend Stocks

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

The market has surged 70% since its lows a year ago, but for many investors that doesn't mean its time to breathe easy. Securing your retirement fund or providing a steady stream of income via dividends involves a long-term strategy and a conservative approach that makes sure you protect what you've won back in the last year and maximize your performance looking forward. Top stocks include DE, ETP, GD, KMP, NOC, WR, UTX.

7 Top Canadian Stocks

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

A resource-rich nation with an educated workforce, Canada is a world economic leader and easily ranks in the top 10 trading nations. Investors can cash in on this trend with these top Canadian stocks.

Extract Big Profits From This Natural Gas Stock

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

With new technology making it economically feasible to extract natural gas from shale, there is no better energy commodity to own for the long term. Here's my favorite emerging natural gas stock.

The Best Way to Play Uranium Now

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

Nuclear power is the ultimate alternative fuel. You get all the power, cheaper than coal, but with none of the politics of rogue nations. Even better is that it doesn't contribute to global warning -- which means it must grow. Here's how to cash in.

Investing in Canada: 3 Top Stocks to Buy Now

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

Water, grain, gold, uranium, timber, oil sands, infrastructure, a strong currency and a burgeoning China market make Canada the top destination for your money. Here are three top Canadian stocks you should buy now to maximize your returns in 2009.

7 Stocks That Can Buck This Recession

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

Mortgage default rates are soaring. The days of easy credit are O-V-E-R. Home prices recently produced their sharpest decline on record. Jobless claims have surged to a 26-year high. But now is not the time to panic. Instead, ride out the turbulence with comfort -- and a considerable promise for profit -- with 7 stocks that can buck this recession.

2 Stocks Cashing In On High Food Costs

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

In 2009, the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) for food is expected to increase 3.5% to 4.5%, as the high costs of commodities and energy are passed on to consumers. So what does this mean to us as investors? It means that now is the time to invest in consumer staples companies, and the following companies are two of the best opportunities to take advantage of higher food costs.

Will China Destroy the U.S.?

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

China's shift from sweet to sour is one of the most dangerous developments of the last year. The media treats it as a sideshow, but in fact it's one of the leading causes of the destruction of value in U.S. markets. To put it bluntly: Any U.S. company that has drunk from the poisoned well of China faces a horrible future. This is the real story of 2009. Learn more here.

Is This the End of Money?

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

Freddie, Fannie? AIG, American Express? Citigroup, General Motors? What we really face is much worse: The end of money. Tax hikes, massive spending programs and a stifled economic revival lie dead ahead. And the biggest mistake you can make now is: wait. Prosperity is within your grasp, but you have to reach out for it. Here's how to get started.

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