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This May Be Bad News For GoPro

GoPro’s stock fell today after Apple was approved for a patent. What was the patent and why did GoPro’s stocks suffer? Today’s article explains what Apple was approved for and what the impact on GoPro was. Here’s what they had to say, “Apple’s patent application, filed in March 2012, says the camera can be mounted on bikes or scuba masks,… 

What Used To Be, Is No Longer

Things change with time. Technology has changed over the decades and even in the past few years. Clothing has changed (thank goodness, although I think the 80s may be making a comeback) over the years. And even the standards of retirement have changed. Gone are the days of knowing exactly when you’ll retire because it doesn’t always work like that… 

Bull Or Bear? Or Is There No Way In Telling What May Come?

A roller coaster ride could be used for the way experts discuss what this year could bring for the stock market. First it’s looking like it could be bearish, now it looks like it could be bullish. Today’s article presents that case that despite the shaky start to the year, it may be a bullish year after all. Here’s what… 

Retirement Savings You Can Do Now

Retirement may be a long way off for you but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t start saving now. Today’s article discusses seven ways you can kick your retirement savings into gear. Here’s one, “Save part of windfalls. Each time you get a raise, bonus, tax refund or other windfall of cash, tuck at least a portion of it away for… 

Are Energy Stocks A Good Pick?

If you’ve thought about investing in energy stocks, now may be the time. Today’s article discusses how investors feel about the prospect. “Energy sector earnings are seen down 19.6 percent in the fourth quarter, according to Thomson Reuters data; on Oct. 1, the consensus estimate was for growth of 6.4 percent. While the flip in expectations is bearish, analysts say… 

Taking From The Nest, How Much Is Too Much?

Have you heard of the 4% rule when it comes to retirement? Is there a specific percentage you should take out of your “nest” every year during your retirement? Today’s article discusses whether this rule still applies. Here’s what they had to say, “In short, it’s a guideline that helps retirees determine how much money they should take from their… 

Income For Retirees

Today’s article discusses the best ways for retirees to make income through investments. Here’s what they had to say, “Invest your nest egg in a broad range of assets that can provide not just current income but capital growth as well. That way, you can then get the retirement spending money you need not just from interest and dividend payments,… 

Down Today But Up Overall

Although the markets fell today, the year as a whole was up. Today’s article reviews the day as well as the year. Here’s what they had to say, “For the year, the S&P has increased 12.6% and the Dow is up 8.5%. Gains have been fueled by an improving economy and better-than-expected corporate earnings. Also lifting stocks is the expectation…