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Why cash matters to your portfolio
We tend to think of cash in practical terms, as the money we spend every day. But cash can also play a powerful role in an investment portfolio. In many ways, cash represents opportunity. In this article, we’ll cover what cash is, why it’s important, how cash equivalents work, and the role a cash allocation plays in your financial plan.
What is the yield curve (and why does it matter)?
As jargon goes, “yield curve” is one of the worst offenders. However, when you look closely at how interest rates work, it’s easy to understand why the yield curve is important, and why many traders and investors use it to help forecast what’s ahead for markets and the economy.
What you can do with your bonus
Six ways to put your bonus—or any sudden influx of cash—to work.
2024 Winners and Losers
When the S&P 500 increases 25% in a calendar year, as it did in 2024, it can be easy to write the year off as a win. Digging into the details, however, can give investors a better sense of the overall health of the economy and trends to watch in 2025. With that in mind, we put together our annual list of winners and losers, plus the stalwart neutrals that fell somewhere in the middle.
October 2024 Market Update
The stock market rose in September... but so did volatility, signaling investors may be getting nervous about what's ahead.
How to evaluate a pay and benefit package
The details in your benefits plan could help you create significant wealth in the long run.
