Fidelity
Fidelity made a name for itself with mutual funds that were ahead of the curve, and its online broker platform looks to help customers share in that success via in-depth research tools and low transaction costs.
7 min read
Oct 03, 2024
James Royal, Ph.D.
Principal writer, investing and wealth management
EXPERTISE
- Investing
- Wealth management
- Behavioral finance
- Stock analysis
EDUCATION
- Bachelor of Science in management, University of Florida
- Master of Arts in English, University of Florida
- Doctorate in English, University of Florida
Our goal is to get wiser every day and avoid the mistakes of the past.
— James Royal, Ph.D.
About the author
Bankrate principal writer and editor James F. Royal, Ph.D. covers investing and wealth management. His work has been cited across major media, including CNBC, the Washington Post, The New York Times and the Associated Press. Royal believes in the power of education to help individuals make smart financial decisions that can positively and significantly improve their lives.
Experience
James is the author of The Zen of Thrift Conversions. He’s a veteran writer and stock analyst with a history of working in the financial-services industry, including at the Motley Fool and Bankrate.
Education
Royal has a bachelor’s degree in management as well as master’s and doctoral degrees in English earned at the University of Florida.
Media mentions
CNBC
Yahoo Finance
Reuters
Cheddar TV
Forbes
Barron’s
Our goal is to get wiser every day and avoid the mistakes of the past.
— James Royal, Ph.D.
James's latest articles
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Best Investment Apps
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Best Retirement Plans
Diverting a portion of your paycheck into a tax-advantaged retirement savings plan can help grow your wealth for your golden years.
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Best online brokers for mutual funds in October 2024
Consider these top brokers if you’re looking to invest in mutual funds.
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How to get rich: 7 steps you can take to become wealthy
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Stocks, bonds and mutual funds: How are they different?
Stocks, bonds and mutual funds are different investments that produce varied returns.
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Warren Buffett: Top investing lessons and advice from Berkshire’s legendary CEO
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Annuity vs. IRA: What’s the difference?
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How to invest an inheritance
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Can I contribute to my IRA after retirement?
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