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My Bond Ladder Is Like a Second Social Security Payment. How I Set It Up.

It may sound counterintuitive, but Treasury bonds can be exciting. Here's how I set up a bond ladder at the core of my portfolio.

Barchart · Feb 18

This ETF Is the Defensive Toll Road of the Energy Market. Here's Why I Like It.

AMLP just may be a hidden gem ETF in today's market. Here's what to know about the Alerian MLP ETF.

Barchart · Feb 18

I’m Just Waiting for the Hammer To Fall On This ETF. 5 Alternatives To Consider Instead.

This high-yielding ETF is operating in the shadow of the SaaS-pocalypse. Here are five smarter options to consider instead.

Barchart · Feb 17

Are the Magnificent 7 AI Winners or Just Big Spenders? Here's How To Tell.

Investors are over the AI hype and want to see results. Here's what the Magnificent 7 charts are telling us about what comes next.

Barchart · Feb 12

Will Bonds Outperform Stocks in 2026? Why the Timing Might Be Right To Double Down on Bonds.

Bonds have been doing a dance over the past year, and they could be set up to outperform stocks in the near future. Here's my investment strategy.

Barchart · Feb 12

I Created My Own Prediction Market. What It’s Telling Me About the S&P 500 Now, and What Comes Next.

My proprietary ROAR score acts akin to Polymarket or Kalshi. It’s showing the odds of an up move in the S&P 500 are lower than the odds of a down move coming next.

Barchart · Feb 10

Covered Call ETF Risks Are on Full Display. Why It Might Get Much Worse.

One major trend over the past few years has been the rise of covered-call ETFs. Here's why this might be dangerous for investors.

Barchart · Feb 10

The Best Way To Play Crypto Amid Bitcoin's Stunning Selloff

Bitcoin is tanking, but there’s another way to play crypto. And it's been working better for 12 months.

Barchart · Feb 10

Hungry for Consumer Data? 3 Critical Stocks to Watch Ahead of Earnings on February 11.

Three consumer staples companies are about to give us a clear look at how American consumers are doing in 2026.

Barchart · Feb 10

As Software Stocks Face a New Apocalypse, Here’s What My Risk and Reward Model Says Comes Next

Software stocks are facing a fundamental identity crisis. What comes next will be based off of what SaaS companies will be able to bring to the table during earnings season.

Barchart · Feb 9