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Investing in Graphics Processors

Brian Hicks
Posted January 7, 2014

After 20 years in the computer graphics biz, NVIDIA is splitting its time between mobile systems on a chip, discrete graphics processors for PC, and faking alien landings.

Investment Experts Aren't Always Right

Geoffrey Pike
Posted January 7, 2014

When it comes to investing and personal health, the experts aren't always right. In fact, it's foolish to assume such a thing. This is why it's important to take your health and your wealth...

What a New Director Means for Fannie and Freddie

Briton Ryle
Posted January 7, 2014

Elected to head the Federal Housing Finance Agency under the controversial "Nuclear Option," North Carolina Congressman Watt has a few controversial tricks up his sleeve to help keep the U.S. home...

Gold in 2014: Friend or Foe?

Briton Ryle
Posted January 6, 2014

Gold seemed to confound many analysts in 2013, and based upon projections we're seeing for 2014, many still don't have a clue. However, gold is not as unpredictable as you might think...

Google's Biggest Threat (NASDAQ: GOOG)

Jason Stutman
Posted January 6, 2014

Despite its long-held dominance in the search engine industry, Google (NASDAQ: GOOG) does not hold as wide a moat as many might think...

The Best Investment You Can Make

Geoffrey Pike
Posted January 6, 2014

It may not be the most exciting thing in the world, but by paying off your home, you could be making one of the best investments of your life. It all comes down to how long you want to be in debt...

Investing in Garmin (NASDAQ: GRMN)

Brian Hicks
Posted January 6, 2014

Garmin is famous for its standalone GPS devices. But that market is slowly being wiped out by smartphones with built-in GPS functionality. Garmin has plans for new products this year that build on...

Bitcoin vs. Gold

Geoffrey Pike
Posted January 3, 2014

There are a number of similarities between Bitcoin and gold. The question is, which is the best investment for you?

Marijuana Demand Sparks New Businesses

Brian Hicks
Posted January 3, 2014

You've heard the old story of the shovel salesmen in the the California gold rush. The legalization of Marijuana is having a similar effect on ancillary industries that cater to pot consumers.

5 Ways to Invest in the Flu

Briton Ryle
Posted January 3, 2014

Flu season is in full swing, and if you're not wondering how pharma stocks are performing, then you might want to schedule a doctor's visit for yourself.

Investing in Cybernetic Implants

Brian Hicks
Posted January 2, 2014

The next logical step from wearable technology will be implanted technology, and there are a handful of companies who are taking that next step.

Cracker Barrel (NASDAQ: CBRL) Fends Off Takeover