Brad Briggs: Articles
November 7, 2011
The ONE Place in America Where Jobs are Plentiful

Skilled workers in this boom town can land a job within a week, sometimes even a day.

 
December 29, 2010
StreetAuthority's Top Picks of the Year

Here's what our experts had to say about their best picks of the year and whether they expect the winning streak to continue into 2011...

 
December 28, 2010
8 Valuable Lessons We Learned About Investing This Year

As we close out 2010, our staff has learned some key lessons from watching the market that we hope will guide you to a successful investing year in 2011. Here's what we learned...

 
December 16, 2010
3 Lessons from the Biggest Silver Bust in History

Between 1973 and 1980, two sons of a legendary Texas oil baron made the bet of a lifetime. It would eventually go down as one of the most notorious busts in the history of Wall Street. Here's how to learn from their mistake -- and still profit from silver's upside.

 
August 25, 2010
The Best DRIP on the Market Pays a Solid 6.4%

Dividends are absolutely crucial in this market -- or in any market, for that matter. And with a good dividend reinvestment plan, you can create substantial wealth over time.

 
July 2, 2010
Use This Unknown Ratio to Survive the Market

Investors looking for safety in this market might feel out of luck. But using this largely ignored tool could tilt the odds in their favor.

 
June 22, 2010
This Global Fast Food Chain is Expanding Like Crazy in China

The latest decision to allow its currency to appreciate against the dollar underscores the massive opportunity for this American fast food chain in China.

 
June 14, 2010
The Easiest Way to Profit from Fear

Fear has ruled the market for the past month and looks hell-bent on continuing its reign. Now's the time to profit.

 
May 27, 2010
Inside the Numbers: 5 Stocks That Are Up in this Downturn

It's easy to lose hope after a string of losing days in the market, but we've found some interesting trends and a handful of winning names amid the recent market correction.

 
May 12, 2010
In the News: The Two Best Plays for a Surging Gold Price

Gold keeps hitting all-time highs, as investors flock to the "safe haven" metal amid fears about the European debt crisis and a timid global recovery. But the yellow metal's bull run may not be over...