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The 60/40 Portfolio Is Alive and Well

The storm over the so-called 60/40 investment portfolio misses the point, our columnist says. The key issue is diversifying your portfolio, and that is as...

In the Stock Market, Don’t Buy and Sell. Just Hold.

There’s new evidence that market timing doesn’t work. Your odds of success are better if you just hang on and aim for average returns, our...

The Fed’s Decisions Now Could Alter the 2024 Elections

The state of the economy will affect voting next November, and the Federal Reserve may find itself in a delicate position, our columnist says.

The Betting on the Presidential Election Has Begun

While two leading prediction markets are fighting regulatory restrictions in court, wagers on politics and economics are still being made.

In a Warming World, Clean Energy Stocks Fall While Oil Prospers

The market is focused on making money now and isn’t heeding urgent warnings about climate change, our columnist says.

The Bond Market Is Flexing Its Muscles

Soaring interest rates have the power to alter the direction of the economy and command the attention of Washington, our columnist says.

Why High Yields Make Bonds Better Investments Now

Back in 1994, bonds with fabulous yields were there for the taking. Our columnist doesn’t see treasures like that now, but there are solid buys.

Bonds Have Been Awful Investments. It’s a Good Time to Buy.

As interest rates rose over the past few years, bond prices plummeted, making high-quality bonds more attractive, our columnist says.

Stocks and Bonds Have Taken Losses. Invest in Them Anyway.

Most people have lost money in the markets over the last several months, but people who have held on have prospered, our columnist says.

Why High Interest Rates and Energy Prices Are Stressing the Economy

Treasury rates and oil and gasoline prices have been increasing, putting the Fed in a difficult spot, our columnist says.