Markets Take a Breather After Rally; Fed Cut Likely Next Week

Stocks ended the week on a muted note after a strong rally, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hovering near record highs.

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Effective Strategies for Increasing Your Retirement Savings Beyond 50 Years Old

May 24, 2023

Maximize your contributions to retirement accounts: Take full advantage of contribution limits in your retirement accounts, such as 401(k) plans or IRAs. For individuals aged 50 or older, catch-up provisions allow additional contributions beyond the regular limits.

As investors worry about a recession, what steps can you take to boost your financial security.

Personal Investor

May 23, 2023

Diversify your portfolio: Diversification is a fundamental principle of investing. Spread your investments across different asset classes, such as stocks, bonds, real estate, commodities, and various industries and geographic regions. This helps reduce the risk associated with any single investment and can mitigate the impact of a recession on your overall portfolio.

Weekly Market Recap: Week Ended May 19

Personal Investor

May 21, 2023

The major U.S. stock indexes posted weekly gains, with the NASDAQ outperforming the S&P 500 and the Dow for the fourth week in a row. The S&P 500’s gain of 1.6% lifted that index above a narrow range that it had been stuck in since the start of April.

"The stock market is a no-called-strike game. You don’t have to swing at everything – you can wait for your pitch." - Warren Buffett

Personal Investor

May 19, 2023

In baseball, a "called strike" refers to a pitch deemed a strike by the umpire without the batter attempting to swing at it. By saying that the stock market is a "no-called-strike game," Buffett means that as an investor, you are not penalized for letting opportunities pass by without taking action. In other words, you are not obligated to invest in every stock or opportunity that comes your way.

Saving for retirement provides numerous benefits.

Retirement

May 18, 2023

A substantial retirement fund can provide peace of mind, knowing you have a safety net to rely on when you retire. It alleviates concerns about financial instability and reduces stress, enabling you to enjoy your retirement years with greater peace and contentment.