U.S. President Barack Obama today (Monday) announced a proposal for new legislation to pursue American tax evaders by closing loopholes and clamping down on overseas tax breaks for American businesses and individuals.

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If you are looking for a company with rocket-like potential, Smart Profits Report tech investing expert Paul Moore says small-cap Immersion (Nasdaq: IMMR) could fit the bill.

Immersion develops haptic technologies that allow people to use touch to operate digital devices. Think the type of fancy touch-screen technology used by the much-hyped iPhone.

Paul says Immersion remains loaded with potential but remains still somewhat on the launchpad. But with three major set to toss the firm new business, Paul is bullish…

Paul Moore is a new tech investing expert with The Smart Profits Report. He says the best way to beat the bear is to follow the money. In a bear market cash is king. It allows companies a number of options that support their share price…

For years, certain advisors have touted the “buy-and-hold” strategy as the pathway to optimal investment returns. While it’s true that short-term gyrations can lead to temporary investment setbacks, any resulting losses can be overcome, since stocks always rise over the long haul.

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