Opinion: Bulls may be losing enthusiasm for stocks, but these 3 potential takeover plays could land in the money

The U.S. stock market, as measured by the S&P 500 Index SPX, -0.73%, had finally broken out over triple resistance at 4100, on Feb. 1. But the S&P 500 has had trouble adding to that breakout. Instead, the market has pulled back and retested what is now support at 4100 numerous times this week. So … Read more

The 7 Companies That Do It All Well in the Rankings of Best-Managed Companies

“Managers,” Peter Drucker wrote, “must understand that business results depend on a balance of efforts and results in a number of areas.” Yet if the Drucker Institute’s measure of corporate effectiveness is any indication, that is much easier said than done.

‘I would not have been able to do it without him’: I built a property portfolio with 23 units while we were dating. How much should I give to my fiancé in our prenup?

I’m about to marry a wonderful man. I built an investment portfolio of 23 units while we were dating. Now we’re questioning how to create a prenuptial agreement. Over the years, I have identified, purchased, and managed a rental-property portfolio across three buildings. These were purchased with my money, and I’m the sole owner on … Read more

‘She never explained anything’: I’m a senior citizen and I lost $100,000 in the stock market this year. Can I sue my financial adviser?

I am a senior citizen and have suffered major losses to the tune of $100,000 in the recent stock market turmoil. Can I sue my financial adviser? I understand the dynamics of the market as far as its ups and downs, and have ridden them out before.  However, it’s been different with the market in … Read more