Investing in the Face of Uncertainty
Remember, future returns are the reward we receive for bearing today's uncertainty.
Remember, future returns are the reward we receive for bearing today's uncertainty.
Before 2021 ends, be sure to check out our list of seven money-saving actions that may help you maintain the greatest amount of after-tax wealth.
If your ability to pay your family’s monthly living expenses relies upon maintaining your current income, this article is for you. Or, if your future lifestyle needs, wants and dreams—your retirement goals, in other words—depend on your ability to save a certain portion of your income for years to come, then this article is applicable to you as well. Or, if down the road you want to help your children finance their college expenses but have not yet saved enough to meet that goal, continue reading.
You want to check off all the boxes when it comes to making an estate planning strategy. But it can be hard to see what you may still be missing. As you work with your financial professional, start by reviewing these 9 questions.
Politics and global affairs were front and center in September as the uncertain future of Chinese real estate group Evergrande sparked concern among investors internationally, and the continued debate in Congress over raising the U.S. federal debt ceiling caused apprehension in markets at home and abroad. As was the case during the previous quarter, investors continued to eye potential action by the Federal Reserve as markets continued to price in elevated inflation expectations. These events and other factors were able to stall overall stock market growth for the quarter.
Once you have a solid estate and wealth transfer plan in place, it needs to be updated when your life changes. Which specific instances call for an edit? Glad you asked.
Equity markets around the globe posted positive returns in the second quarter. Looking at broad market indices, US and non-US developed markets outperformed emerging markets for the quarter.
Knowing this answer and the different ways inflation is calculated can help add some valuable perspective the next time you hear it discussed in the news media or among colleagues.
When the prices of goods and services increase over time, consumers can buy fewer of them with every dollar they have saved.
There are a number of parallels between riding a bike and becoming a disciplined investor. We touch on the three that stand out the most and how we think they can contribute to better financial outcomes for investors.