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Jeff Sommer
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Why Bonds Are Still Essential Investments
Stocks command most of the attention. But even after the latest U.S. debt downgrade, bonds are steady, essential investments, our columnist says.
The Risks Hidden in Public Pension Funds
Attracted by promises of high returns, many public pension funds have been loading up on private equity but may not fully appreciate the dangers, our…
The Fed Is Trying to Cure Inflation Without Starting a Recession
Lowering inflation to 2 percent without causing a recession and throwing people out of work would be a rare achievement. The markets are acting as…
Stock Market Returns Are Deceptively High
While stocks, bonds and money market funds have generated positive returns for the year, a quirk in the calendar is creating deceptively strong performances.
Cruise Line Stocks Have Become Top Performers
Devastated at the height of the pandemic, cruise lines have become top performers.
C.E.O.s of Google, Hertz, Peloton and Live Nation Were Highest Paid Last Year
C.E.O. pay has risen again, reaching levels that were unthinkable a generation ago. Google, Hertz, Peloton and Live Nation lead the list.
Stocks May Be Booming but Don’t Forget Cash and Bonds
At the moment, money market funds and many bonds are not only less risky, but at current interest rates, they are compelling.
It’s Too Soon to Say Whether This Is a Bull Market, but Invest Anyway
Stocks still haven’t returned to their last peak, and our columnist is in the camp that says this isn’t a bull market yet. But he’s…
Former Fed Chair Ben Bernanke on Inflation, Bank Runs and More
The former Fed chairman shared his thoughts with our columnist.
Threatened by a Default, Treasuries Retain a Paradoxical Appeal
Treasuries have been threatened by a possible U.S. debt default, yet they remain more attractive than just about everything else, our columnist says.