Investors are turning optimistic on stocks, with inflows into equity funds hitting a five-year high as Deutsche Bank suggests 2013 could spell the "dawn of the post-crisis era."
Investors are turning optimistic on stocks, with inflows into equity funds hitting a five-year high as Deutsche Bank suggests 2013 could spell the "dawn of the post-crisis era."
Platinum is set to reach parity with gold after rallies in recent weeks sent the metal's discount to gold to its narrowest in nine months, but it may be too early to declare platinum's comeback since economic recovery remains weak, especially in Europe.
Ford will double its dividend as the U.S. auto industry continues on its long march back to blue-chip investment status. TheStreet.com asks, "Is it now an income stock?"
Two of the richest and most prominent hedge fund managers in Manhattan are locked in a battle over nutritional supplement provider Herbalife. The New York Times reports.
The S&P; 500 Index could drop 10 percent from current levels before recovering to end flat for 2013, said Blackstone Advisory Partners Vice Chairman Byron Wien.
It is shaping up to be the worst cold and flu season in about ten years, with more than 40 states reporting widespread influenza doctor visits and hospitalizations.