Through the collective efforts of Ken Lay, Jeffrey Skilling, and the accounting firm Arthur Anderson, Enron Corporation stock prices were inflated through deceptive accounting practices Read

Whichever way you look at it, Lithuania is a success story. Read

According to the Malaga Provincial Association of Builders and Developers, the Costa del Sol has a stockpile of just one years supply of new properties. Read

Dr Malkiel: Periodic investments of equal dollar amounts in common stocks can substantially reduce the risks of equity investment by insuring that the entire portfolio of stocks will not be purchased at temporarily inflated prices. Read

Start to learn about yourself and your investment needs. Read

Mention Morocco to the property investor and Marrakech is the first (and perhaps only) destination that springs to mind. Read

Obama & Bernanke Say the Recovery Will Be Slow, yet That is Good for These Stocks. The Auto Parts industry has soared lately. Since things aren't going to get better in the short run, buy companies that are prospering now! Read

The Chinese real estate industry is set to receive a much-needed boost which may include an easing of restrictions on the purchase of second homes. Read

The recent relaxation on restrictions for EU nationals, the stunning countryside and the increase in low-cost flights means that Austria now has plenty to offer the investor. Read

While governments around the world have been swift to announce measures to keep the economic crisis at bay, the Hungarian government has been rather slow to respond. Read

In the midst of the global economic crisis, the latest news from the hotel industry is refreshingly positive. Read

Economies turn around like ships, not speedboats. Instead of trying to "pick the bottom," why not turn to what's working now. There are many Japanese Yen pairs in the forex market that appear to have bottomed in October. Read

Often considered too remote or perceived as too expensive, Sweden rarely features in a property investment portfolio. Read

Portugal has long been renowned for its year-round warm climate including over 300 days of sunshine and its endless Atlantic coastline, two elements that have made it a firm favourite for overseas property investment. Read

How property markets will perform in 2009 is difficult to predict but help is at hand in the form of the latest addition to Obelisk's Absolute Guide Series. Read

Many people invest their money without careful consideration, thus they lose money instead of making money. The article gives you common investing mistakes that you need to avoid if you want to reach your financial goals. Read

International sporting events are widely recognised as a driving force behind all kinds of investment, particularly infrastructure and property. Read

2008 was a good year for tourism on the tiny Mediterranean island of Malta. Recently released figures show that the island had its best year yet thanks to improved marketing and increased arrivals with the low-cost airlines. Read

With the country being in debt to itself and foreign nations, and its people borrowing money like there is no tomorrow, it’s hard to know how much is too much. Below I’ve outlined some “rules of thumb” that you should be living your life by. Read

In the annual state of the nation debate held last week, Spain’s President announced a package of economic measures designed to boost the Spanish economy. Read

If the idea of owning a luxury asset to use occasionally appeals or if your budget does not stretch the whole way, fractional ownership may be for you. Read

A traditional favorite with British holidaymakers, the small island of Malta is hoping to attract the luxury property investor. Read

Savings and investments are a tried and tested way to increase return on your money. If you're looking to safeguard your future with a little extra capital, you could benefit from a savings and investment package designed to suit your needs. Read

There have been a lot of news reports recently about 401(k) plans becoming more transparent. This is excellent news, but it may not be the only answer that people need. Read

Property investment in Brazil ranks second in the world for capital appreciation, according to the latest survey released by the Association of Foreign Investors in Real Estate (AFIRE). Read

In an article this weekend on investment, the Daily Mail tips Brazil as a top emerging market and ideal for investment. Read

Economies move through a series of expansions and contractions known as the business cycle. This should not be news to anyone with even a modicum of financial acumen, yet it amazes me that those who are tasked with understanding this basic concept get it so wrong time after time. Read

The 2008/09 marketing year was a record one for food commodity prices. Trading on commodities such as corn and maize reached levels never seen before. Read

Recognised as one of the world's top news programmes and famed for having its finger on the pulse of global happenings, BBC Newsnight turned its attention on Monday to agricultural land investment in Ukraine. Read

In past years, attracting venture capital interest might have been considered to be a relatively unchallenging feat by most successful entrepreneurs and small business owners. With a sound business model and a good growth strategy, it seemed fairly straightforward to obtain the financial investment and support which was needed to boost the business to the next level. Read

Economic facts and figures from Brazil are improving in leaps and bounds and not a week goes by without yet another positive addition to Brazil's economic track record. Read

Wheat prices went up by 4% in the short space of just one week, adding to the value of investment in agricultural land. Read

Once again, there is renewed optimism about buying property and once again, emerging markets such as Brazil property investment, are at the top of the investment wish list. Read

Returns from emerging markets stocks are highly correlated to those from U.S. stocks. Also, many people believed that those countries' growth prospects were hardly a secret, and they had been more than priced into stocks. Read

One of the main engines behind the rise in soft commodity investment is world hunger. Read

More and more experts are tipping investment in emerging markets. Emerging markets are forecast to represent up to 75% of global growth in the near future, proof that now is the time to make investment in property, stocks and equities in these countries. Read

Ukraine farmland with its "perfect balance of sunshine and rainfall is bursting with marketable products". "Ukraine agricultural land stands to explode on to the world agricultural stage." Read

Yet another top scientific report has emphasised the acute problem of food security currently facing the world's ever-increasing population. Read

Taking the long term view towards investments is more prudent than gambling in the short term as can be seen from the volatile performance of the FTSE over the last two years. Read

Brazil's President is so confident of the strength of his country's economy that he has predicted that between 2016 and 2020 Brazil will become the fifth economy in the world. Read

If you are a UK resident then you should consider saving investing in either a cash or investment ISA, which are both free from tax on any gains. Read

Matthew Pressman writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content. Read

In 3 of the past 4 market rebounds since 1982, equity gains slowed to a single digit pace in the 2nd year, after the initial rally. Now dividend stocks have extra appeal because they offer a tempting alternative to CDs. Read

Starting a coin collection can bring you hours of fun and enjoyment and it can be a great financial investment for the future. Read

Numerous experts are tipping Brazil as the place for investment in 2010 and beyond. Keen advocates of Brazil's potential, Obelisk Investment Property have just updated their Absolute Guide to Brazil Investment Property. Read

When it comes to investment, financial and political experts are unanimous - this new decade belongs to the world's developing countries. Led by the BRIC economies, investment in emerging markets, particularly Brazil, India and China, is set to reach unprecedented levels as developing nations lead the way into the future. Read

China has just announced that it has overtaken Germany as the world's top exporter. The news adds weight to the evidence that emerging markets, particularly the BRIC nations (Brazil, Russia, India and China), are the new global economic leaders. Read

Property investment in emerging markets looks bright in 2010 as real estate prices return to attractive levels. Asian countries such as China and South Korea plus Brazil and Saudi Arabia offer the best investment potential. Read

Brazil is already tipped to become one of the top performing overseas property destinations in 2010. Read

The direction overseas property investment destinations are going to take this year is, in many cases, uncertain. But in 2010, one thing is for sure - maximum return from property investment can only be achieved by following the fundamentals. Read

Successful property investment is all about choosing a location that brings together the right ingredients for price growth and high returns. All these ingredients can be found in the booming Brazilian real estate market. Read

Since Goldman Sachs coined the BRIC acronym, Brazil, Russia, India and China have come to the forefront of the world stage. Not only are their economies growing, but investment in these emerging markets is booming. Read

Investment in Brazil recently received a boost with the issue of new banknotes. Read

The experts are unanimous that the key to successful property investment is buying in the right place at the right time. Read

Confidence in real estate as an investment vehicle is high this year, particularly from institutional investors. Read

What is futures trading and how can it help you to build a more secure financial future for yourself? Learn about futures trading and the concept of speculating the future price of different kinds of commodities. Read