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Sentiment's Message

The April plunge in stocks ushered in a huge washout in investor sentiment, but more so on the attitudinal side as opposed to the behavioral side.

May 12, 2025 Liz Ann Sonders • Kevin Gordon

Weekly Market Outlook

Chief Global Investment Strategist Jeffrey Kleintop's 90-second take on the markets for the week ahead.

May 12, 2025

Inflation or Unemployment?

Kathy Jones and Collin Martin break down the Fed's current predicament and what the future might hold for interest rates.

May 09, 2025

Stock Sector Outlook

Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.

May 09, 2025

Fed Holds Policy Rate Steady

The Fed held the federal funds rate steady but noted that the risks of slowing economic growth and higher inflation have risen.

May 07, 2025

Market updates

Today's Options Market Update

Nathan Peterson
May 12, 2025
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Looking to the Futures

Michael Zarembski
May 12, 2025

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Nathan Peterson
May 09, 2025

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Planning and retirement

What is the Sunk Cost Fallacy?

The desire to get your money's worth can lead you in some potentially harmful directions.

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Understanding Mortgage Rates

Why aren't mortgage rates falling more quickly? Learn how different interest rates work and the various factors that impact the interest rates we pay on mortgages.

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Beyond the 4% Rule

How much can you spend without running out of money? The 4% rule is a popular rule of thumb, but you can do better. Here are guidelines for finding your personalized spending rate.

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Volatility in Retirement

Don’t have a cash reserve? Here are some ways to adjust your spending and withdrawals to help ease the burden on your portfolio.

April 07, 2025

Save Now for Retirement

The sooner you start saving, the more likely you're likely to reach your retirement goals. Here are some numbers to put things in perspective.

February 20, 2025

Personal Finance Calendar

A month-by-month guide to help get your finances in top shape this year.

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