The stock market’s long-term path has been persistently upward, our columnist says, but there have been plenty of setbacks and it’s wise to prepare for more.
Tag: Asset Allocation (Personal Finances)
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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 important as ever.
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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.
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Why Some Ex-Workers at Bed Bath & Beyond Face 401(k) Losses
Federal law generally protects retirement savings when a company files for bankruptcy. But that’s not always the case.
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Investing When Your Time Horizon Is Short
Cut back on stock and bond holdings, and focus on money market funds, C.D.s, Treasury bills and other options that are now offering high yields, our columnist says.