We certainly don't need another case to justify the mistrust that consumers have of all things financial. There's been no shortage of scams, lawsuits and perp walks over the past couple of years. Here is a recent example of a slew of cases involving broker-dealers selling either private placements or other illiquid securities that have ended up burning investors. As reported in the Wall Street ... Read More
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Should Investors Worry? Low Stock Dividend Yields and The Future of Stock Prices
A key component of a diversified income-oriented portfolio is dividends. This is what I have noted in the past during my presentations, blogs and online musings. They are a key part of a solid retirement income strategy. The total return from stocks is derived from two key components: price appreciation and the cash flow from dividends. Most investors are certainly familiar with the concept of ... Read More