TAG: Investor Behavior

While most funds in a typical Vista portfolio saw little to no year-end capital gain distributions, many mutual fund shareholders found themselves on the receiving end of large tax bills.

It is important to remember that, volatile or not, the stock market is no more predictable than it has ever been.

Historically-low interest rates have encouraged income-focused investors to “search for yield.” Many investors have turned to dividend paying stocks as a way to generate a higher level of income. But, over time, does a focus on dividends pay off for investors?

How does one filter out the noise and identify what is essential to long-term success? These simple guidelines can help.

Expectations of all market participants combine to set both stock prices and point spreads. An individual has to be extraordinarily confident (or oblivious) to think they can outsmart the crowd.