Look like a million bucks—literally—with these creative costumes.

And if that's right, the problem isn't just academic. It means you are probably paying too much for your mutual funds.

Owning a mix of stocks and bonds is supposed to help protect your portfolio from losses. But bonds aren't the safe asset they once were.

IBM's shares plunged 7% Monday after a disappointing earnings report. Can tech's ultimate survivor transform itself one more time?

Last week's tumultuous week in the stock market sets the stage for yet more nervousness and hand-wringing as a fresh set of earnings and economic data are due to be released.

Sadly, there may be no safe havens this time. Stock investors typically turn to dividend payers and "low-volatility" stocks in rocky times. But those investments have gotten pricey.