We can readily understand why investors are attracted to unprofitable companies. For example, biotech and mining exploration companies often lose money for years before finding success with a new treatment or mineral discovery. Nonetheless, only a fool would ignore the risk that a loss making company burns through its cash […]
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Eakgrunge | Istock | Getty Images Less risk often means lower returns. But that’s not the case with I bonds, an inflation-protected and government-backed asset, which may soon pay an estimated 9.62%. I bonds currently offer 7.12% annual returns through April, and the rate may reach 9.62% in May based on the […]
The stock market got off to a weak start this year — and Russia’s recent invasion of Ukraine has added to concerns. The S&P 500 Index now is down more than 9% since Dec. 31. If you’re worried about another market crash, you’re surely not alone. Any turmoil in the […]
If you’re worried that the stock market could be due for a steeper correction than investors recently witnessed, you’re not alone. But even a market correction or crash doesn’t need to spell disaster for a long-term investor. In this segment of Backstage Pass, recorded on Jan. 24, Fool.com contributors Danny […]