Buying Stocks

Working with a qualified investment broker often is the best plan if you are inexperienced in the stock market, but you can invest in stocks directly if desired. While unconventional, it is by no means a terrible idea, and you may do fine on your own if you are cautious. This article will guide you in buying stocks without using a broker. more »

Penny stocks are stocks that cost $5 or less and are traded outside of the main markets, including AMEX, NYSE and NASDAQ. Because they are handled independently and are low-priced, penny stocks are a great way for inexperienced investors to get a handle of the market and to understand the inner workings of the trading counters. more »

The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is a popular and useful tool for gauging price action momentum in a stock over a given period of time. A mathematical formula is used to compare changes in price to other recent movements. It quantifies them as a single value, usually between 0 and 100. RSI is typically represented as a line chart of... more »

International investment rules require the same respect for diversification, margin of safety and money management that domestic investment requires. However, the regulatory framework, the differences in accounting rules and the thin foreign markets makes increased scrutiny of investing rules a mandatory exercise. International... more »

When buying stock, most investors can benefits from a few helpful tips before the purchase. Spent at least a few minutes in research determining the financial condition of a company, considering how much risk to take and determining buy and sell points before your stock purchase--and use common sense about the broader market. more »