The Dow Jones Industrial Average is a popular stock index used to track the broader U.S. equity market. It fell over 700 points on Monday for its worst day since October, which compelled the media to do what they do.

Markets calmed down somewhat during the second quarter, but that doesn’t imply smooth sailing from here. If anything, less drama has opened the door to fiery debates on the direction of the economy and financial markets.

Long term investors often preach the dangers of day trading, but that doesn’t mean it’s a fool’s errand. There are five traits that are critical for any trader to not just thrive but also survive. Do you have them?

Warren Buffett has built unimaginable wealth by following a strategy predicated on patience, discipline, and compounding. What can we learn from his success to help get us closer to our financial goals?

While the economy appears to be recovering and the government is preparing to spend at levels unseen since post World War II, the elephant in the room must be addressed. How will we ever pay back all this debt, and if so, when?

The decision by large technology companies to ban President Trump and Parler created a firestorm of controversy this week. Could this be the tipping point for Big Tech, and if so, what are the implications for shareholders?