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The U.S. economy continues to show surprising resilience, but investors face a more challenging backdrop. Inflation remains above the Federal Reserve's target, interest rates are moving higher, and energy prices could add new pressure to markets. In our latest Quarterly Outlook, we explain what these trends may mean for portfolios, discuss the risks and opportunities...
Over the past couple of years, we’ve seen an evolution of policy, litigation, and product development all related to private investments in 401(k) plans. The most useful thing for plan participants to understand is how these investments are valued, since holdings priced by periodic estimate can report steadier returns than their underlying risk would suggest....
A financial windfall may create possibilities that once felt out of reach. It can also disrupt decisions that once seemed settled. It’s normal to feel a bit conflicted and for excitement to coexist with grief, anxiety, responsibility, or uncertainty. Your new wealth may suddenly allow you the resources to retire sooner, support family members, give...