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: Mutual Funds
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Higher Rates Can Help Retirees but Stocks Outpace Inflation
Investors who want to lock in safe income may be hurt over the long haul if they don’t also hold stocks, our columnist says.
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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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Stock Market Returns Are Deceptively High
While stocks, bonds and money market funds have generated positive returns for the year, a quirk in the calendar is creating deceptively strong performances.
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Most Funds Couldn’t Beat the Stock Market in 2022, Despite Advantages
In 2022, conditions were heavily in stock pickers’ favor, but most trailed the market. This year looks worse, our columnist says.