What Really Happens at The Fed
One of the most common misconceptions about money is that the Federal Reserve (or Fed) simply āsetsā interest rates. In reality, the Fed has a dual mandate to keep inflation in check while maintaining a strong labor market.
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, weāll cover what cash is, why itās important, how cash equivalents work, and the role a cash allocation plays in your financial plan.