John Blank

Only one S&P 500 sector consistently delivered shareholder returns during the second quarter earnings season: healthcare.

Last week was a strong week for stocks in the Medical/Drugs sector and these two companies in particular could give your portfolio a needed shot in the arm.

The Airline Transportation sector has seen a huge turnaround from reduced labor costs, increased consumer spending, fewer flight cancellations and increased carrying capacity. And two carriers are turning these trends into revenue.

The needs of "baby boomers" are having an economic impact on the health care industry. Specifically on the Outpatient and Home Care Industry is seeing revitalization as seniors seek solutions to the challenges they face.

Investing success happens more because the Fed wants you to succeed, and less because your positions were sharply chosen. Let's take a look at how that process worked in January to help drive the stock market to five-year highs.

It would be nice to know exactly what the world will look like in 2013. Using three approaches, one equity strategist came up with a Big Picture world view for next year.

Every month there are countless economic reports, often with conflicting information about the trend in place. Luckily, there's really only one indicator you need when making investment decisions.