Will Ashworth

Will Ashworth

InvestorPlace Contributor

Expertise: Public and private companies, Portfolio construction

About Will:
Will Ashworth has written about investments full-time since 2008. He loves investing and is passionate about helping others put their money to work. He particularly enjoys creating model portfolios that stand the test of time.

Publications where he’s appeared include InvestorPlace, The Motley Fool Canada, Investopedia, Kiplinger, and several others in both the U.S. and Canada. He lives in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

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Recent Articles

4 Brands Nestle Might Sell Next (And Who Would Buy Them)

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

With 8,000 brands under its belt, Nestle could afford to get slimmer. Here's a look at which brands might go up for sale, and who might buy them.

Should I Buy ZNGA Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

Zynga stock is on fire in 2013 even as its business continues to sag. But despite its struggles, ZNGA stock is worth a second look. Here's why.

Why Buying Silver Stocks Is Genius

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

Silver stocks are value investments at the moment. It's been a tough year for silver prices, but look for the SLV and names like SLW to move higher.

A Shot of Diageo: ETF Alternatives for Hot Stock Picks

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

This week we look at ETF alternatives for small-cap, media, European, tech and real estate stocks.

Why the Silver ETF Could Be Set to Shine

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

Volatile silver prices make it tough to decide whether to buy or sell silver or the silver ETF, but there's a good chance the SLV will move higher.

5 Big-Name Mergers: Studs and Duds

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

Office Depot completed its merger with Office Max, but what does history tell us about M&A? Here are 3 big-name mergers that worked and 2 that failed.

Should I Buy Zillow Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

Zillow stock is up almost 200% in 2013, yet it continues to lose money. Is buying Z stock worth the risk? Here are the pros and cons.

Should I Buy CVS Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

CVS Caremark's earnings for Q3 were very solid, and CVS stock is fairly valued. We take a look at the other pros and cons to see whether it's worth owning.

Dip Into Dunkin: ETF Alternatives for Hot Stock Picks

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

This week we look at ETF alternatives for consumer staples, services, REITs, financial, and technology stocks.

4 Dangerous Dividend Stocks to Avoid for Retirement

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor

A high-yield stock may look mighty tempting to buy for retirement. But beware -- here are four picks whose dividends are unsustainable.

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