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A European Bank Is Your Best Buy for 2012 … Really!
The euro zone debt debacle has everyone bearish on Europe -- and on banks. But "everyone" might be wrong, and that's why you want to own this stock.
Steer Clear of the American Banker Curse!
M&T Bank's CEO earned a prestigious award that's also ill-fated -- investors should consider switching to its regional rival instead.
It’s Time to Bail on These 10 Blue-Chip Financial Stocks
It should be no surprise that financial stocks are one of the most volatile sectors in the market today. Here are 10 of the sector's most notable victims.
An Investor’s Guide to Housing’s Courtroom Dramas
Lawsuits are joining jobs and the economy as a major weight on housing. Here are some key legal issues investors need to monitor.
Is Citigroup Even Worse than Bank of America?
Investors should be at least as leery of Citi as they are of BofA. The two share multiple similarities -- and reasons to steer clear.
Cash-Strapped Banks Still Nickel-and-Dime You for Profits
Don't think for a second that Bank of America's backpedaling on debit card fees means banks are backing down. They are just getting more creative.
10 Companies Increasing Dividends
Merck and ADP top the list of stocks increasing dividends this week. See eight other companies making shareholders smile.
Italy Crisis Pounds U.S. Markets — Wednesday’s IP Market Recap
Italian bonds break through 7% and no bailout plan is in sight
Want a Rally? Put on Your Pompoms and Start Rooting for Banks
It's easy to hate banks, but if you're hoping for a U.S. rally, you'd better be cheering on the financial sector. Here's why we can't have a lasting recovery without it.
Where This Rally Should Top Out
The S&P 500 is not likely to exceed the upper end of its current trading range. See why a tad above 1,300 looks like a good level to call the top.
Greece Grips the World — Tuesday’s IP Market Recap
Once again, European debt news weighs on the markets, especially financials, after Greece announces debt deal will be put to a referendum.
3 Harsh Lessons We Learned From the MF Global Bankruptcy
MF Global's bankruptcy illustrates how investors, regulators and bank CEOs still have much to learn from the financial sector minefield.
Bank of America Stock Isn’t a Bargain – It’s a Gamble
Investors are asking if it's time to buy Bank of America stock again. Here are five reasons why it isn't.
Bank Stocks May Crash and Burn After Hot October Run
The financial sector led Monday stock market declines. Investors hoping this was just a pause amid the sector's resurgence will be disappointed. Here's why.
MF Global Bankruptcy Sends Financials Reeling — Monday’s IP Market Recap
International financial stocks -- including Deutsche Bank (DB), ING Group (ING) and Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) -- take a bath Monday.
Don’t Trust Bank of America ‘Earnings’ — or Any Financial Stock
Bank of America earnings were uninspiring today, but BofA is just part of a broader downtrend in the financial sector proving bank stocks are doomed.
Should You Buy the Dow — JPMorgan Chase
Although it may be relatively healthy, JPMorgan Chase, like most financials, battles perceptions about its exposure to risk.
