Capital markets

Shareholders shouldn't hold out too much hope for a takeover and here is why.

Industry experts survey the field of potential suitors.

Wide adoption by global money managers and ETFs could set off a new wave of buying, according to Morningstar.

Here's why the chief U.S. equity strategist at the wirehouse is optimistic about the index.

First time since heady days of 1999 that all three major stock benchmarks hit high marks on the same day.

While the value of broad diversification becomes evident over 15 to 20 years, its virtues will often be noticeable even over shorter time frames.

Debt crises, fiscal cliffs and market bubbles will always capture headlines, but are often short lived.

Which periods produce the best long-term returns for different asset classes?

It hopes to double the number of banks, trusts, and advisory firms it assists in meeting the investment needs of the very wealthy.