Good Investing by Design Function follows form in most consumer markets these days -- find out how investors can use this trend to their advantage. Plus: Mutual fund fees stump prospective MBAs, and an Internet telephony startup that listens.
The Riches in Niches America's tastes are more obscure than you think -- here's how investors can take advantage of the trend in "long tail" retailing. Plus: The future of swapping and other semi-currencies.
A New Rx for Drugstores -- and Your Investments Drugstores are moving into the routine -- health services such as flu shots -- and the unusual -- alternative remedies and herbal prescriptions to stay ahead of the pack. Plus, companies that stand out for doing good and doing well.
Investing in Tomorrow's Liquid Gold Oil prices are soaring today, but by 2025, water will likely be the world's toughest resource problem. Long-term investors should water their portfolios for growth. Plus, the new wave of DIY, and a new Net telephony service with the right number.
How Investors Can Live Long and Prosper We may be on the brink of big breakthroughs in extending human lives. If so, here are some compelling areas for investment. Plus, big banks get an eBay-style competitor in lending, and more.
Money That Grows on Cornstalks Corn-based fuel ethanol has captured the attention of big-name investors -- should you follow the money? Plus, nonprofits' retail therapy, social connections at 300,000 feet, and more.
First, Buns of Steel. Then, Minds Like Steel Traps What aerobics was to the 80s, brain fitness will be to the next decade as the huge numbers of Baby Boomers grapple with aging minds. That's just one of this gigantic demographic shift's business implications spotlighted in this installment.
Creativity's Economic -- and Sexual -- Edge Skills that are good for your career may also benefit your love life, says a new research report. That, plus little-noticed economic powerhouses and a new low-tech diet trend, in this installment.
Shake With Your Right Hand, Make Money With Your Left They may have a hard time finding scissors, but left-handed people make more money, studies show. Also in this installment: Cell phones that can make you a smarter shopper and temporary tattoos that can help you keep track of your kids.
Will Search for Meaning Be Big Business? The latest trend to sweep the country? The search for meaning. And gurus like Oprah and Rick Warren are leading the way.
Green Is Good What good is money if there's nowhere (and no one) to spend it? The rise in ecofriendly products and businesses is all about supply and demand.
