How Inflation Impacts Your Purchasing Power Over Time
Inflation doesn't just affect what you pay at the grocery store today. Over time, rising prices can significantly change how much your savings — and future retirement income — can actually buy.
The Latest on Oil Prices
Oil prices are down this week. Is that good news for investors? The answer isn't as simple as you may think.
Inflation Reaccelerates, Complicating the Fed’s Path Forward
Inflation rose to its highest level in three years as energy prices surged, raising new questions about interest rates, the Federal Reserve, and the path forward for investors.
Americans Are Saving Less as Household Budgets Tighten
The personal savings rate has fallen to one of its lowest levels in decades as rising costs continue to strain household budgets. Here’s what it could mean for your financial plan.
Planning Through a Higher-Inflation Environment
Higher inflation doesn't necessarily require a new financial plan. It may simply require revisiting assumptions, maintaining flexibility, and focusing on what you can control.
Navigating Market Volatility: Lessons From 2022 Through Early 2026
Navigating market volatility hasn’t been easy — from inflation shocks and rate hikes to AI-driven rallies and geopolitical risks. But these moments offer valuable perspective for long-term investors. Here are the key lessons from 2022 through early 2026.
Market Recap Week of 4/06/2026 to 4/10/2026
The S&P 500 rallied last week as optimism around ceasefire talks and earnings season lifted markets. Gains were broad-based across sectors, even as inflation pressures and weak consumer sentiment remained in focus.
How Energy Disruptions Influence Markets
When energy supply is disrupted, markets tend to react. But history shows geopolitical shocks rarely derail markets for long. Here, we uncover how energy disruptions influence markets and what investors should keep in mind.