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

Global Revolt Melts Down U.S. Financials

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

Freddie, Fannie? Lehman, Merrill? Citigroup, General Motors? The biggest mistake you can make now is: wait. Wait for the market to come back, for the credit crisis to resolve. And worst of all: wait for the election. Prosperity is within your grasp, but you do have to reach out for it. Get details here on how to successfully navigate the upcoming shocks of the economy and profit.

China’s Bullish Market

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

Investors have wondered where to invest outside the United States. And many have looked to China, but there are many more attractive emerging markets to invest in than China. Some other countries of interest are Vietnam, Argentina, and Colombia.

The Real Issues of This Election

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

My question to you is this: How will you prepare for what every financial conservative believes is a nightmare? Do you have a plan? Are you prepared for the worst? In a winner takes all world, you'd better have a good answer to such questions.

Is Water the New Oil?

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

Some see water as a run-of-the-mill natural resource, but don't be fooled: Water is already shaping up to be the hot global business of this decade, and by picking the cream of the crop, you can ensure a steady flow of profits. Here is one of my favorite water stocks to buy now.

Get Rich From High Oil Prices

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

Why am I addicted to high oil prices? The reason is simple: They make me rich and will continue to do so. Let me give you details on two ways to profit safely, right here in the U.S., from oil's high prices.

Prepare for the Worst and Invest in Oil Stocks

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

It's no secret that the election in November will be one for the history books. And it's also no secret that Hillary Clinton is every financial conservative's nightmare. The odds are against her winning, but we must prepare our investments for the worst, and one way to do this is by investing in oil stocks.

Cashing In on Coal Stocks

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

Spring is here which means I'm back on my bike burning rubber on the open road! Speaking of burning things, I want to take a moment to talk to you about one of nature's most profitable dirty-little secrets: coal.

Where the Cheapest Stocks on Wall Street Are Hiding

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

The fourth-quarter subprime write-downs are a long way from being over, and for some of us, the next year is going to feel like the Great Depression. However, for a select few, these Wall Street growing pains will turn into golden opportunities, and you will enjoy tremendous gains in your portfolios—if you know where to look. There are three prime industries that investors need to focus on in 2008 to uncover a few gems that have been hiding in plain sight. Find out what they are here.

Making Your Money Last in Retirement

By Richard Young, Editor, Intelligence Report

<p>This Thursday, a new light, cheap and fast jet is supposed to be certified for flight. It’s called a VLJ or Very Light Jet—how clever. Well, this might be news to you but I have seen this one coming for some time.</p> <p>It’s just one of the five occurrences that I see kicking us off into my Big Idea 2008—when 76 million baby boomers are set to retire. If you are one of them, you know that you will need an objective, reasoned game plan ideally crafted using common sense, logic, and preparation. All so you can retire with ease.</p> <p>I urge <em>every</em> retiree, not just baby boomers, to ponder two equally important issues. Find out what they are, then work out the arithmetic of a financially secure and comfortable retirement.

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