Viewpoints about Retirement plan investments
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How might the U.S. elections influence markets?
Markets' initial reaction to the outcome of the U.S. presidential election has been very positive, but will the upbeat sentiment last? We take a closer look.
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Beyond the ballot: the real drivers behind stock market performance
While the U.S. presidential race may be commanding our attention, investors should continue to train their focus on the macroeconomic picture and earnings trends. In our view, it’s the most sensible way to approach investing for the long term.
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Understanding the correlation between stocks and bonds
Learn more about the correlation between stocks and bonds and discover how high-quality fixed income can help investors to diversify their equity exposure.
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What’s a dynamic QDIA—and how might it help participants?
With a dynamic QDIA approach, a plan sponsor can start off participants in one default investment option and switch them to another in later years. See how this design option can fit the needs of participants as they get older.
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What’s a QDIA—and is it required?
Your plan’s default investment option can affect your fiduciary liability and your participants’ retirement readiness. Discover how using a QDIA can help you address both.
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Three considerations when choosing your retirement account
You know you should be saving for retirement, but how are you supposed to know which type of account is right for you? We’ll help you understand your options and how different accounts can help you save for your future.
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Why the stock market goes up and down and what you can do about it
Stock prices change from day to day, even minute to minute, making it difficult to know exactly what to do and when. We’ll break down some of the mechanics that cause all the changes and help you understand what it could mean for your own investment strategy.
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Investing strategies for after retirement
After you retire, your investments may provide some of the income you’ll live on. Learn about the different investment strategies you’ll want to consider.
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Three methods that can help you achieve proper asset allocation
Having a mix of investments from different asset classes can help you spread the risk in your overall portfolio. We’ll share three methods you can use to find the right asset allocation.
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The investment basics of asset allocation vs. diversification
Investing in the stock market may seem intimidating, with all its special terms and concepts. As with anything, once you learn the basics, it can feel less intimidating and more doable. To understand the difference between asset allocation and diversification—and how to use them—we’ll start with the basics of assets, risk, and diversification. Then we’ll explain these critical building blocks to help you feel more comfortable with investing.
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