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The tax rate on investment income varies, depending on whether it's interest, a capital gain, dividend, or annuity. The type of account matters too.

Economies take on different recovery shapes post-recession. These recoveries are named after letters, with V, U, W, L, and K being the most common.

The size and scope of the healthcare sector make it a key industry for investors building a diversified portfolio. Stocks are often economy-proof.

The capital gains tax rate is charged on investment profits. It can be lower than the rate you'll pay on other types of income.

Lotteries are government-run gambling games that involve drawing numbers at random for a cash prize. The odds of winning are extremely low.

Trading and investing are two different stock market approaches. One offers high risk but quick profits. The other favors safer but gradual growth.

The Rule of 72 is a math formula that estimates how long it takes something to double or decline in value and illustrates how compounding interest works.

Treasury bonds, notes, and bills are prized by income-seeking investors because they are low-risk and highly liquid. Here's how to buy them.

Passive investing is a long-term strategy in which investors buy and hold a diversified mix of assets in an effort to match, but not beat, the market.

Price-to-book ratio measures a company's stock against its book value. It's a common metric used to analyze potential stock market investments.