Perspective on the Q3 Market Decline
The quarter three numbers are in, and the S&P 500 index finished down just over 6%, while non-US markets finished down more than 10%. The…
The quarter three numbers are in, and the S&P 500 index finished down just over 6%, while non-US markets finished down more than 10%. The…
Index fund investing is as popular as ever. In 2014, Vanguard alone recorded record mutual fund inflows totaling $216 billion. Investors are catching on to…
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In today’s world, there are several different types of investment firms, but with important differences between them that confuse not only consumers but even many…
While there is no official definition, a bear market has traditionally been defined as a 20% decline in a broad stock market index. Needless to say,…
In a previous article, we discussed the idea that a properly diversified portfolio provides investors with an effective tool for reducing risk and volatility, without necessarily…
As consumers, before we make a purchase, we read the fine print and compare labels. Unfortunately, it’s not all that easy for investors to compare…
Among the most important tools available to investors is diversification. Diversification allows an investor to reduce investment risks while potentially improving investment returns. But even…