Jeff Sommer
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IBM Reopens Its Frozen Pension Plan, Saving the Company Millions
The company has stopped making contributions to 401(k) accounts, and instead giving workers cash credits in a new version of its old pension plan.
The Markets Want Rate Cuts but The Fed Is Taking Its Time
Vague comments about possible future rate cuts were all that central bankers gave the markets. Patience will be difficult at this tricky moment, our columnist...
For Long-Term Stock Investors, This Market Peak Won’t Matter
Compound returns that grow as stocks rise over the decades are far more important than the latest high, our columnist says.
Bitcoin Funds Are Here. But You Probably Don’t Need Them.
Fear of missing out isn’t a great reason for investing in the new Bitcoin funds, our columnist says. Plus, Bitcoin may already be hidden in...
After a Rip-Roaring 2023, the Markets Are Taking a Breather
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...
Wall Street Forecasts Won’t Tell You Where the Stock Market Is Heading in 2024
So-called stock forecasts don’t deserve the name, our columnist says. Wall Street’s track record is horrendous.
The Stock and Bond Markets Are Getting Ahead of the Fed
Stock and bond markets have been rallying in anticipation of Federal Reserve rate cuts. But don’t get swept away just yet, our columnist says.
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.
The 60/40 Portfolio Is Alive and Well
The storm over the so-called 60/40 investment portfolio misses the point, our columnist says. The key issue is diversifying your portfolio, and that is as...
In the Stock Market, Don’t Buy and Sell. Just Hold.
There’s new evidence that market timing doesn’t work. Your odds of success are better if you just hang on and aim for average returns, our...