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Large Caps, Mid Caps and Small Caps – Deciding When and Where to Invest in 2010

By Chris Rowe
There's a powerful concept that you must understand if you plan to profit next year: size matters.

What’s Going on in the Metals Markets?

By Douglas McIntyre, Co-Founder & Editor, 24/7 Wall St.
More than ever before, commodity prices, including metals, could be indicators of inflation sentiment.

Will There Be More Acquisitions in the Energy Sector? (XOM, XTO, CHK, BP, DVN, EOG)

By Paul Ausick
Exxon Mobil's (XOM) acquisition of XTO could lead to more deals in the energy sector with Chesapeake Energy (CHK), Devon Energy (DVN) and EOG Resources (EOG) as potential targets.

Costco, Dollar General Earnings Prove Bargain Hunters Still Out There

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
Both Costco (COST) and Dollar General (DG) reported solid earnings today, including increased same-store sales, showing that there will always be room at the inn for cost-conscious shoppers.

Oxford Industries (OXM) Dresses Up Profits

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
Despite reporting lower Q3 sales, shares of Oxford Industries (OXM) were up more than 15% at the midway point of Thursday trade.

How to Profit From the 10 Biggest Wall Street Lies of 2009

By Michael Shulman, Editor, Options Income Blueprint
Investors were repeatedly lied to, deceived and, as we can see from the unwarranted rally in 2009, duped. Here are the biggest lies on Wall Street and how they can lead you to profits in the new year.

Capital Spending is Dropping Among Oil Companies

By Paul Ausick
Chevron (CVX) is the latest oil company to cut capital spending for 2010.

Risks Abound if Citi Repays TARP Too Fast

By Jon Ogg
Citigroup (C) will be the next big bank to repay its TARP obligations, but Citi needs to be extremely cautious on how it goes about this at $45 billion repayment.

The Market Ignores Costco Results

By Douglas McIntyre, Co-Founder & Editor, 24/7 Wall St.
Costco stock was flat as the market opened despite reporting positive November results early this morning.

10 Rules for Successful Investing in 2010

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Follow these simple investing tips and you'll be in line to make some serious money next year.

FedEx (FDX) Raises Forecast, Shares Rally

By Douglas McIntyre, Co-Founder & Editor, 24/7 Wall St.
Shares of FedEx stock (FDX) were up as the market opened after raising its outlook for second-quarter earnings due to increased shipping volume both internationally and in the U.S. as well as improved in cost controls.

Gold Futures Fall, But What About Gold Mining Stocks? (GG, ABX, NEM, AU, IAG, AUY)

By Paul Ausick
With gold futures down nearly $60/ounce since last Wednesday, how are gold mining stocks doing?

Toll Brothers (TOL) Posts Huge Quarterly Loss

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
Toll Brothers (TOL) reported a fourth-quarter revenue loss of 30% or 68 cents per share sending shares down 7% in Thursday trading.

Shares of Solar Stocks Climb (FSLR, SOLF, SPWRA, YGE, LDK)

By Paul Ausick
Share prices for solar stocks FSLR, SOLF, SPWRA, YGE and LDK are all up more than 10% since Monday's open.

Will Natural Gas Replace Coal?

By Paul Ausick
Depressed natural gas prices have affected the bottom line of many gas producers and oil companies like XOM, COP and CVX. But could that change as energy companies look to replace coal-fired power plants with natural gas-burning plants?

November Sales Data Yield Coal for TGT, M, SKS, ANF and Other Retailers

By Jon Ogg
Dismal November same-store sales for many retailers, including Target (TGT), Costco (COST), Macy's (M) and Saks (SKS), among other retailers, should give pause to investors chasing these retail stocks.

Retirement Funds – Your Retirement Fund is in Serious Danger

By Chris Rowe
Are you one of the millions of Americans whose 401(k) will be worth the same in 10 years as it is today? Before you answer, you may want to read this.

5 Well-Dressed Retail Stocks for 2010

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
Retail stocks like Nordstrom (JWN) and Jos. A. Bank (JOSB) can not only make you look good, they can make your portfolio look even better. Get the complete list of top retail stocks for 2010 here.

Aeropostale (ARO) Reports Huge Rise in Q3 Profits

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
Shares of Aeropostale stock (ARO) sank nearly 8% on Wednesday despite reporting better-than-expected Q3 earnings.
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