Many investors have rejected emerging markets, and I can’t say I blame them. As a group, emerging markets really went sour in 2011, dropping nearly 19% and trailing the S&P 500’s 2% gain by about 21%. Still, I urge those who feel these markets… Read More
Tim Begany is an experienced investor and financial journalist who has written about many financial topics including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, international/emerging markets, retirement and insurance. He worked at several financial planning and investment advisory firms, where he participated in the development and management of stock, bond, and mutual fund portfolios and helped clients with comprehensive financial planning. His education includes a bachelor's degree in business administration and the Certified Financial Planner curriculum. He holds a Series 65 investment consultant license.
Analyst Articles
Up 150% in 4 Months, This Stock Could Double Again
February 7, 2012
I’ve noted on a few occasions that investing in shares of biotech companies is quite challenging for the average investor. In this case, as I suggested a few weeks ago, a biotech fund may be the best choice for some, since it reduces the… Read More
4 Things Investors Need to Consider Ahead of Facebook’s IPO
February 7, 2012
While the mainstream financial media chases every conceivable Facebook angle ahead of its initial public offering (IPO), which is expected sometime in May, it’s important not to get lost in the frenzy. About $5 billion worth of… Read More
February 2012 — Yields of Up to 8.0%… But Is it Safe To Invest in This Unloved Sector?
February 7, 2012
Some positive signs are emerging from the banking sector, particularly among the regional banks -- where I've found yields of up to 8.0%. Read More
Short Sellers Think this Stock Could go to ZERO
February 6, 2012
For companies that carry a huge load of debt, there is no room for error. Cash-flow targets need to be met simply to assure investors that funds will be in place to meet future bond redemptions. If… Read More
If you want to follow the lead of one of the world’s great investors, then Warren Buffett should be your role model. Since taking control of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-B) 48 years ago, Buffett has delivered 20% average annual returns to investors time and again. Buffett is… Read More
At the start of each year, the chief strategists at Wall Street firms analyze dozens of variables and make bold prognostications for the year ahead. They distill all of their conclusions into one simple number — the S&P 500, and where it will reside… Read More
A Stock I Wrote About is up 67% in Less than a Month…
February 3, 2012
My loss is your gain. Less than a month ago, I told readers about the potentially strong upturn in place for carbon fiber maker Zoltek (Nasdaq: ZOLT). Thanks to a just-released quarterly report, shares… Read More
An Important Update on my $100,000 Portfolio
February 3, 2012
The stock market continues to grind higher. And you can give the U.S. economy the tip of the cap for the recent gains. Recent data points imply that the incipient economic strength we saw last fall has continued into 2012. If this trend remains in place, then… Read More
You Could Double Your Money with This Comeback Stock
February 3, 2012
In the quest for growth, certain companies seek to acquire rivals as a primary driver to build market share. Management teams justify their motives by promising shareholders they will be able to integrate new purchases to the corporate fold easily, cut costs and move… Read More