Jeff Sommer
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Bonds Are Boring Again. But Political Turmoil Could Change That.
After years of horrendous returns, core bonds were beginning to look like attractive, ho-hum investments. Then the debate happened.
Why You’re Better Off Ignoring the 2024 Election When Investing
With one big caveat, our columnist says most people are likely to be better off if they forget about politics when it comes to investing...
Why the Stock Market Has Risen Even With No Fed Rate Cuts
The S&P 500 has been buoyant mainly because of A.I. fever, while bonds are having another mediocre year. But as an investor, our columnist is...
The Sky’s the Limit for C.E.O. Pay
With new executive pay disclosures, the big picture is still riches at the top and lagging wages for most of the rank-and-file, our columnist says.
Social Security Is an Election Issue Nobody Talks About
A small tax increase would make the essential national retirement program secure for decades, our columnist says, but lawmakers would have to take action.
Fixing Social Security Is an Election Issue Nobody Talks About
A small tax increase would make the essential national retirement program secure for decades, our columnist says, but lawmakers would have to take action.
The Business Ties That Bind the U.S. and China Are Strong but Fraying
The prospects for future commerce, and peace, are intertwined, our columnist writes.
As the 2024 Race Heats Up, Betting Is Growing for Everything but Elections
U.S. residents can still gamble on the presidential race — but regulators are trying to stop the practice.
Growth Stocks. Value Stocks. What Do Those Labels Mean?
Using index funds to make bets on these key categories is hazardous, our columnist says.
The Perils of the Fed’s Vast Bond Holdings
The Federal Reserve is shedding assets at a glacial pace, exposing the financial system to continuing risks, our columnist says.