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2023 Economy and Markets: 4 Things to Know
Key Takeaways from the 2023 Vanguard Economic and Market Outlook.
Is Inflation Finally Slowing?
This report reflects welcome progress on both core goods and services ex-housing.
When Do Beneficiaries of a Will Get Notified: A Guide
When do beneficiaries of a will get notified of their inclusion? Learn the details surrounding last will and testaments and beneficiary notification here.
Have International Equity Markets Already Priced in the Worst?
While the 2023 outlook is still uncertain, “less bad” news helps to reduce uncertainty when a lot of negativity has already been priced into multiples and currencies.
Feeling Grateful? Give Generously!
Every year—but even more so in tough times—our country’s nonprofit sector plays a crucial role in ameliorating economic hardship. Now more than ever, it is time for those of us who can to step up and support them.
Time the Market at Your Peril
My fear is that faster and easier ways of investing will allow people to lose more money faster and easier.
Market Perspectives: December 2022
Vanguard December Market perspectives offers global economic and security returns forecasts.
Managing Liquidity Risk in the World’s Deepest Bond Market
Liquidity has been evaporating from the Treasury market. Vanguard's active fixed income funds are managing for stability.
Benefits of Establishing a Minor IRA
A minor IRA can be a valuable tool for teaching a variety of financial lessons, from deciding how much to save, to managing taxes and investing.
Time to Have a Family Money Meeting?
See how one family learned to be more open when talking about money with their children.
How Do the Midterm Elections Impact the Outlook for Markets and the Economy?
Politics will always be a source of uncertainty for markets, but it’s policy, not politics, that is more influential for the economy and markets in the long run.
Avoiding Taxable Transactions: IRA Rollovers
New Capital assists our clients with rollovers on a regular basis. Let us know if we can help you.
Weekly Market Commentary
U.S. stocks surged and Treasury yields fell sharply after the core October CPI rose a lower-than-expected 0.3%. We think this is finally an encouraging development on inflation but doesn’t yet change the overall picture.
Markets Don’t Wait for Official Announcements
Some investors may worry about the stock market sinking after a recession is officially announced. But history shows that markets incorporate expectations ahead of economic reports.
What Is the Outlook for Long-Term Returns?
Markets offer the best potential long-term returns in more than a decade.
When Higher Inflation Meets Your Withdrawal Rate
While few are predicting a 1970s-style inflation spiral, it’s still worth thinking through how inflation could affect your plan.
Is a Slower Rate Hike Path on the Horizon?
Powell suggested that a smaller pace of rate hikes may come as soon as the next meeting, but emphasized that the more important question is how high rates need to go, and for how long.
IRS COLA Changes for 2023
Inflation is typically hard on retirement savers. As inflation cumulates year over year, an account balance will be losing purchasing power even if it’s still growing.
The Red Flags of Elder Financial Abuse
Combatting fraud takes education and a plan for trusting the right people.
Trust the Financial Advisor Who Trusts the Market
With over 200,000 financial advisors in the United States, how do you pick one?