IMF Seats China’s Shaky Yuan at the Big Kids’ Table
China's yuan broke every ironclad rule the IMF set for a currency the world could rely on. Guess what the world's new reserve currency is?
03Oct
30Sep
Could this Tranquil Lake Hide Looted Nazi Gold?
In the frantic closing days of World War II, as Allied troops tightened the net, the Nazis desperately tried to squirrel away their stolen treasures, including millions in looted gold. Some has been found, other prizes still slumber in the secret depths.
30Sep
The Secret to the Expansion of Our Economy? Mexico
It's sometimes easy to lose sight of one fundamental fact: An economy that's dynamic and open to new workers—and spenders—is an economy that's prepared to compete and thrive in a world where the only constant is change.
29Sep
Financial Steps You Need to Take As You Near Retirement
"Set it and forget it" is a great strategy for crock-pots. But if you put retirement planning on autopilot you really could get burned.
28Sep
Professionals Dismayed by Fed Decision
Financial experts can't hide their shock at Federal Reserve's continued failure of leadership, and the impact it's already having on our economy and future.
27Sep
Weeks Like This Are Why You Diversify
When it comes to investing, diversification equals protection. It's a comforting thought in a crazy market.
26Sep
Factors Influencing Markets This Week
If you thought markets were crazy before, add in insecure consumers—who carry 70% of the economy on their backs—plus a divided OPEC and run-amok oil prices. Oh, and then there's a debate...
23Sep
The Wreck of the 1715 Treasure Fleet
Florida's treacherous coast has devoured many a treasure ship. But the vast sums of gold and silver from the doomed 1715 Spanish fleet still rest tantalizingly within reach on the tempestuous ocean's floor.
23Sep
Who Buys More Gold – India or China?
These legendary rivals slug it out for the top slot in the gold-buying Olympics. But who really holds the biggest stash?
22Sep
Winners and Losers in This Week’s Rate Hike Decision
Once again the Fed's Lucy has yanked the football away from savers and retirees and, like Charlie Brown, we're flat on our assets. Is there a way to win the Fed's bait-and-psych game?