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Low Interest Rates Pose Risks for Investors

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Low Interest Rates Pose Risks for Investors

While rate cuts are welcome in much of the economy, they pose problems for risk-averse investors who relish high money market and bond yields.

By Jeff Sommer

The End of Fabulous Money Market Rates Is Near

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The End of Fabulous Money Market Rates Is Near

You have been able to earn solid returns by parking your money in fairly safe places, our columnist says. But that won’t last much longer.

By Jeff Sommer

Bonds Are Boring Again. But Political Turmoil Could Change That.

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Bonds Are Boring Again. But Political Turmoil Could Change That.

After years of horrendous returns, core bonds were beginning to look like attractive, ho-hum investments. Then the debate happened.

By Jeff Sommer

How Fed Rates Influence Mortgages, Credit Cards and More

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How Fed Rates Influence Mortgages, Credit Cards and More

Higher rates benefit those who can save, but for borrowers falling rates would reduce bills on credit cards, home equity loans and other forms of debt.

By Tara Siegel Bernard