Even though an investment policy statement may target a desired return on the portfolio, that does not mean the portfolio will necessarily achieve that return. All investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal, and there can be no guarantee that any investing strategy will be successful. Learn more in this Financial Tip.
Indices closed out mixed on Monday. Alcoa, Hewlett-Packard, and Verizon led the Dow’s descent. The S&P 500 ended slightly in the red zone while the Nasdaq posted fractional gains. Trading was somewhat slow ahead of the Federal Reserve’s upcoming annual retreat in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
Friday’s session ended with gains. American Express, Kraft Foods, and Verizon led the Dow’s ascent. Stocks rebounded heartily from early low levels in the wake of encouraging words from Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke.
You can borrow money for your children’s college education, but you cannot borrow money for your own retirement. We explain how to find balance in this Marietta Daily Journal Blog post.
Interest rates and bond prices have an inverse relationship. Consider this before you buy a 10-year bond. We explain in today’s Marietta Daily Journal.
A retirement plan is a critical part of a competitive benefits package. If you’re a small business owner and haven’t established one, what are you waiting for? Learn more in this Business Tip.
Brands took a breather on Thursday. Hewlett-Packard, Boeing, Alcoa, and Intel led the Dow’s dip. Stocks slipped in the wake of various economic data.
Would you like term, permanent or cash value? You’ll need different types of life insurance as your situation changes. Learn more in this Insurance Tip.
Wednesday’s session ended mixed. The Dow shed some points while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq added slight gains. Caterpillar, Hewlett-Packard, and Intel led Dow decliners. Moves were mixed amid Federal Reserve news.
Unless Congress acts, rich and poor alike will face higher taxes in 2013. Find out what changes might affect you in this week’s Tax Tip.
