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Markets Pull Back Ahead of Fed Decision as Rate Path Uncertainty Weighs on Sentiment
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Markets Pull Back Ahead of Fed Decision as Rate Path Uncertainty Weighs on Sentiment

Markets opened the week on a cautious note, snapping a four-day equity rally as investor focus shifted squarely to Wednesday’s pivotal Federal Reserve meeting.

Dec 8, 2025·3 min

Markets Edge Higher as Fed Rate Cut Decision Looms
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Markets Edge Higher as Fed Rate Cut Decision Looms

Stocks finished the week slightly higher as investors positioned ahead of next week’s pivotal Federal Reserve meeting.

Dec 5, 2025·2 min

Beat the December 31 Deadline: How to Maximize Your Year-End 401(k) Contributions.
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Beat the December 31 Deadline: How to Maximize Your Year-End 401(k) Contributions.

As the year draws to a close, you have a great opportunity to give your finances a final boost: maximizing your 401(k) contributions.

Dec 5, 2025·4 min

Cash Is Not a Plan: Why Liquidity Alone Can’t Fund Long Term Goals
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Cash Is Not a Plan: Why Liquidity Alone Can’t Fund Long Term Goals

Relying solely on cash isn’t a long-term strategy. While it can feel safe, cash usually won’t keep up with inflation or help your wealth grow over time.

Dec 5, 2025·5 min

Markets Climb as Jobs Weakness Fuels Fed Rate Cut Bets
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Markets Climb as Jobs Weakness Fuels Fed Rate Cut Bets

Stocks extended recent gains as softer labor data reinforced expectations for a December rate cut.

Dec 3, 2025·3 min

Three Questions to Ask Before You Change Your Portfolio
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Three Questions to Ask Before You Change Your Portfolio

When markets move quickly ahead of major events, it's only natural for investors to feel a strong urge to “do something” with their portfolios.

Dec 3, 2025·5 min

As the Fed Nears a Decision, Focus on Your Time Horizon
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As the Fed Nears a Decision, Focus on Your Time Horizon

As the Federal Reserve's December 9–10 meeting approaches, the news and opinions swirling around financial markets can become overwhelming.

Dec 3, 2025·3 min

Markets Hold Steady as Crypto Rebounds and Tech Leads Gains
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Markets Hold Steady as Crypto Rebounds and Tech Leads Gains

Stocks edged higher Tuesday, recovering modestly after a rough start to December.

Dec 2, 2025·3 min

December Checklist: Taxes, Behavior, and Better Decisions for 2026
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December Checklist: Taxes, Behavior, and Better Decisions for 2026

December is a natural time for investors to pause, tidy up their financial lives, and make a few smart moves that can boost after-tax returns heading into 2026.

Dec 2, 2025·4 min

What a December Fed Cut Could Mean for Your Investments
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What a December Fed Cut Could Mean for Your Investments

Interest rates are back in the news as many expect the Federal Reserve to lower its policy rate at the December 2025 meeting, following a recent cut to around 3.75–4.00% in October.

Dec 2, 2025·4 min

December Opens Lower as Crypto Rout Sparks Risk-Off Mood
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December Opens Lower as Crypto Rout Sparks Risk-Off Mood

U.S. equities slipped to start December as investors took a breather following a strong November run.

Dec 1, 2025·2 min

Markets Rebound to Cap November, Erasing Earlier Losses Despite CME Outage
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Markets Rebound to Cap November, Erasing Earlier Losses Despite CME Outage

Stocks closed higher in a shortened Black Friday session, wrapping up their best week since June.

Nov 28, 2025·3 min

Navigating the Private Markets Wave: The Critical Role of Your RIA Advisor
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Navigating the Private Markets Wave: The Critical Role of Your RIA Advisor

As private markets spread into the portfolios of everyday investors, navigating them without a Registered Investment Adviser (RIA) has become riskier than ever.

Nov 28, 2025·3 min

Markets Extend Gains as Rate Cut Bets Solidify; AI Buzz Fuels Big Tech Divergence
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Markets Extend Gains as Rate Cut Bets Solidify; AI Buzz Fuels Big Tech Divergence

U.S. equities climbed for a third straight session as investors grew increasingly confident the Federal Reserve could begin cutting rates as early as December.

Nov 25, 2025·2 min

Year-End Financial Moves: Smart Strategies for 2025 and Beyond
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Year-End Financial Moves: Smart Strategies for 2025 and Beyond

As 2025 comes to an end, it’s a great opportunity for investors and families to review their finances and make thoughtful decisions about their wealth.

Nov 25, 2025·3 min

Markets Surge on Rate Cut Hopes; Tech Leads Rebound
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Markets Surge on Rate Cut Hopes; Tech Leads Rebound

Markets kicked off the holiday-shortened week with a sharp rally, led by technology stocks, as expectations grew that the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates at its December meeting.

Nov 24, 2025·3 min

Don’t Let Scammers Steal Your Holiday Cheer: How to Shop and Give Safely This Season
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Don’t Let Scammers Steal Your Holiday Cheer: How to Shop and Give Safely This Season

With the holidays fast approaching, scammers are ramping up their efforts to target shoppers and those looking to give back.

Nov 24, 2025·3 min

Thanksgiving Rally or Risk? How to Protect Your Gains This Season
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Thanksgiving Rally or Risk? How to Protect Your Gains This Season

With Thanksgiving approaching, it’s a good moment for investors and families to pause and appreciate how resilient both household finances and the markets have been in 2025.

Nov 24, 2025·3 min

Tech-Led Reversal as Nvidia Rally Fizzles, Bitcoin Cracks
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Tech-Led Reversal as Nvidia Rally Fizzles, Bitcoin Cracks

Markets saw a sharp reversal Thursday as an early surge following Nvidia’s strong earnings report gave way to broad risk-off sentiment.

Nov 20, 2025·3 min

The Most Affordable Grocery Stores for Thanksgiving Dinner
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The Most Affordable Grocery Stores for Thanksgiving Dinner

With food prices remaining high, Americans are watching their budgets closely this Thanksgiving season. And it turns out that where you shop can make a real difference.

Nov 20, 2025·2 min

4 Things Investors Need to Know About AI
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4 Things Investors Need to Know About AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming nearly every part of the global economy, from automating everyday digital tasks to enabling life-saving surgical procedures. As adoption accelerates, investors are asking the same question: where are the biggest opportunities? This visualization, created in partnership with New York Life Investments, explores four key things investors need to know about AI and how to invest around it.

Nov 20, 2025·1 min

How Investors Are Reshaping Portfolios for 2025
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How Investors Are Reshaping Portfolios for 2025

The “How Investors Are Reshaping Portfolios for 2025” infographic offers a clear, approachable look at the trends shaping investor decisions in a challenging year.

Nov 19, 2025·1 min

Markets Edge Higher as Eyes Turn to Nvidia’s AI Signal
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Markets Edge Higher as Eyes Turn to Nvidia’s AI Signal

Stocks ended modestly higher Wednesday, snapping a four-day slide for the S&P 500 and Dow as Nvidia's post-close earnings loomed large over investor sentiment.

Nov 19, 2025·3 min

Are Your Investments Safe From 2025’s Inflation Spike?
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Are Your Investments Safe From 2025’s Inflation Spike?

As Americans navigate ongoing economic uncertainty, today’s top story explores how investors are rethinking their portfolio strategies to tackle inflation, adapt to new tax rules, and manage the rising costs of risk protection—particularly with policy changes expected under the new administration.

Nov 19, 2025·2 min

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