At its June meeting, the Fed decided to hit pause on rate hikes after more than a year of rapid monetary policy tightening. With interest rates expected to remain higher for longer, what do long-term investors need to know to stay focused on their financial goals?
The federal debt limit is once again in the news as the country rapidly approaches a critical deadline. How can investors maintain the right perspective around political and fiscal uncertainty?
Having unrealistic short-term expectations of investment returns and financial outcomes can lead to discouragement. Instead, history shows that by focusing on the long run, investors can set appropriate expectations and position themselves to achieve financial goals.
The recent failure of three U.S. banks has raised concerns over the economy and financial system. What should long-term investors know about these bank failures and what do they reveal about the financial system?
If history tells us anything about investing, it's that markets never rise in a straight line. History shows that focusing on broader patterns while anticipating short-term choppiness can increase the likelihood of achieving financial goals.
Only one full week into 2023, news headlines have already sparked concern among some investors. What should long-term investors be watching in order to focus on the big picture?
Sure, there's golf and gardening; but there are also so many unexpected retirement hobbies you may never have heard of! Think outside the box with these unique choices!
All investors understand that markets operate in cycles. The fact that it is often hard to distinguish between the short-term trends and long-term patterns means that it's important to maintain balance when markets swing too far in either direction.