Economic Trends
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A New Study Links Partial Retirements to a Surge in Spending. What Gives?
By John ManganaroA new J.P. Morgan survey shows more than half of married American households do not retire all at once, instead embracing "partial" retirements.
May 21, 2024
Is a Market Melt-Up Coming? Here Are the Risks to Watch: Ed YardeniLooking to the near future, the economist sees two bullish scenarios and one bearish one, he tells ThinkAdvisor.
May 20, 2024
12 Best States for Military Retirees: 2024WalletHub factored in economic environment, including taxes; quality of life; and health care in its latest rankings.
May 16, 2024
7 Ways High Inflation Hurts Older Workers and RetireesSome of the harms are tied to misguided investor reactions, according to the Center for Retirement Research.
May 16, 2024
Most Americans Lack Confidence in Managing Inheritance Alone: SurveySixty-one percent of respondents said they would use a financial advisor if they received a large sum.
May 16, 2024
12 Worst States for Financial StabilityIn some areas, up to 46% of Americans struggle to pay for essentials, according to the Census Bureau.
May 15, 2024
Social Security COLA Estimate for 2025 Climbs Again to 3.2%Prices rose 3.4% from 12 months ago, new CPI data shows.
May 15, 2024
The 20 Best Stocks to Buy: MorningstarThese companies have solid competitive advantages and are expected to outearn their costs of capital for at least 20 years.