Today it's about everything from tobacco to how companies treat women in the work force. A few years ago, experts were touting international investing as a way of boosting returns while reducing risk. But it's surely time to think more selectively. Traditionally, these investors have looked to the bond market. But lately, bonds have been yielding paltry returns.
Some experts question whether traditional bond investing still makes sense.
A look at where experts say the best opportunities lie. Here's how to manage the federal tax hit on your portfolio. Fear and cultural reluctance. Though some like to pretend the financial markets are driven by sheer math and logic, psychology plays a pivotal role.