Dear Mr. Berko: Because the 401(k) where I work has a lousy choice of funds (list enclosed), I am moving $30,000 of the $91,000 into an individual retirement account to seek a better return. The stockbroker recommended $10,000 each in Macquarie Infrastructure, the Fidelity Select...
Despite the common myth, the stock market isn't too risky, if you invest the right way. One of the most common concerns I hear from friends and family when I bring up the idea of buying stocks is, "Aren't stocks risky? I don't want to risk...
While the so-called retail apocalypse has hurt or even killed many chains, these retailers are doing well. The retail world has been reeling. Chains including Sears, J. Crew, and Claire's remain locked in a fight for survival, while others such as J.C. Penney and Macy's are struggling mightily. Some retailers including H.H....
Read this if you've been putting off investing in AI stocks. By now, you've probably heard tons about artificial intelligence (AI) and how it's shaping up to be the next big thing in the technology sector. But I'll forgive you if you're skeptical about jumping on...
This pair is likely to take over Berkshire’s investment portfolio after the Oracle of Omaha is gone. Warren Buffett is well known for his stock-picking acumen. As I wrote in a recent article, some of Buffett's stock investments have increased more than tenfold since he bought them...
The meal-kit delivery pioneer is prepping to go public. Here's a breakdown of the key numbers investors need to know. Blue Apron (NYSE: APRN), the nation's largest meal-kit delivery company, filed to go public last week. The meal-kit industry has been closely watched by the business community as...
Dear Mr. Berko: We bank at Fifth Third Bank and own 1,000 shares of the stock, which you advised us to buy in 2009 at $7.75 a share. I like the stock's performance, but when I bragged to friends (a retired banker and his wife)...
On Thursday, June 22nd, South Florida Business & Wealth hosted the third annual celebration honoring top young professionals who have achieved excellence in their careers, shown a commitment to their community and demonstrated leadership in the tri-county area. The event was held at the Xtreme Action...
One factor that supported new-vehicle demand in this peaking automotive cycle could take a much bigger bite out of the market in coming years than many anticipate. Sales of new vehicles in the U.S. market go up, and they go down -- welcome to the cyclical...
Will the U.S. marijuana industry soon eclipse the NFL in revenue? If so, which marijuana stock could be the biggest winner? Despite declining TV ratings for National Football League (NFL) games, football remains the most popular sport among Americans. It's also a big industry, with the NFL generating...
