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Government Policy

Old Fears Linger, New Fears Emerge for the Markets

Last year's big concerns, inflation and rising rates, have carried over to 2023 and are joining declining earnings to challenge the markets. When will investors catch a break?

Markets and Economy

Why the Stock Market Is Not the Economy

Watch to learn the difference between the stock market and the economy.

Markets and Economy

Congress Passes Major Boost to Retirement Savings

Among other provisions, the SECURE Act 2.0 will raise the age at which individuals must begin taking required minimum distributions (RMDs) from their retirement account to 73, beginning in January 2023.

Markets and Economy

Will Rising Federal Debt Slow Economic Growth?

Over the past 70 years, rising government debt generally has been accompanied by weaker economic activity. But it's not a simple relationship.

Markets and Economy

2023 Market Outlook

As we look to the new year, what can investors expect from the markets in 2023?

Taxes

Make the Most of EV Tax Credits, Solar Tax Credits, and More

Learn how to claim tax credits for EVs and home energy-efficiency improvements.

Government Policy

Can the Markets Leave a Brutal 2022 Behind?

Equity and bond markets in the U.S. and globally have taken it on the chin this year. Does recent positive news signal a course correction, or is more churn on the horizon?

Government Policy

Inflation Peaking but Pain Won't End

Indicators are pointing to an easing of inflation, but there are plenty of economic concerns to work through before the markets can truly move out of bear territory.

Markets and Economy

Midterm Elections Signal More Washington Gridlock

While results won't be finalized for some time, it is clear that we will have two more years of an extremely narrowly divided Congress.

Government Policy

Dangers to U.S. Economy from Without and Within

Recent events in the U.K. and China as well as the Russia/Ukraine war and the strong dollar are impacting the global economy. How will they affect the U.S. markets and economy?

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