It turns out more than our tax-dollars are going toward keeping these banks afloat. We're also paying more fees. Here's how to avoid them.

This widely-held stock runs an outdated business with a shrinking customer base. It's only a matter of time before the company goes belly-up. Make sure you don't get caught holding this stock.

The three companies we picked to lead after today's earnings releases did, in fact, lead the market. See how they fared.

A look at which companies -- including five Dow components and tech bellwether Apple -- are reporting quarterly results tomorrow, what Wall Street expects, and which ones are the best investments.

The banking sector's earnings reports have looked positive -- most have beat analyst expectations. J.P. Morgan Chase has added to its credit reserves and looks to continue the trend.

Another economic indicator from the United States Commerce department was released today. Inventory levels and small business sales can help investors to analyze what stage of the recession we are in, and how to profit.

We've seen a barrel of oil rise from nearly $40 to over $70 in the last three months. That's been great news for oil investors. Meanwhile, natural gas has been in an uninterrupted downtrend since last July. Recently, oil has pulled back sharply and judging by the historical relationship between oil and natural gas, there's no reason for it to stop falling yet.