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Why the Dow’s Flying High This Morning

The markets again snubbed Standard & Poor’s and its rating downgrades of France and several other European nations, choosing instead to focus on better-than-expected economic data in China that could stimulate global economic growth. In addition, a drop in inflation in Europe could allow the European Central Bank to cut rates. Just after 10 a.m. [...]

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Why Tyco International May Be About to Take Off

Here at The Motley Fool, I’ve long cautioned investors to keep a close eye on inventory levels. It’s a part of my standard diligence when searching for the market’s best stocks. I think a quarterly checkup can help you spot potential problems. For many companies, products that sit on the shelves too long can become [...]

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Top 10 Investments Ideas For 2012

Take a good look at the impressive gains that both U.S. and global stock markets posted in 2011, to many investors’ pleasant surprise. You don’t want to miss the repeat performance in 2012. The third time’s a charm, as the saying goes, and 2012 offers a trio of financial-market milestones. It’s the crucial third year [...]