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Jeff Sommer
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Need Your Money Now? The Markets Aren’t Helping.
The rout in the stock and bond markets has been especially rough on people paying for college, retirement or a new home. Our columnist has…
How Silicon Chips Rule the World
Maintaining the flow of oil is still crucial for the world economy. But now the supply of semiconductors is also critical for commerce, and war…
To Make Money in the Stock Market, Do Nothing
The bear market endures, yet the S&P 500 index rose more than 17 percent from mid-June to mid-August. Don’t even try to guess what will…
Think the Economy Is Hard to Predict? Try the Midterms.
The overturning of political norms is testing the limits of an established and generally dependable forecasting model that relies solely on economics.
Stock Buybacks and Dividends Become a $1.5 Trillion Political Target
Companies have been criticized for the vast sums they are sending investors. Some of that money could be put to better use but for the…
Lessons From the ’80s, When Paul Volcker Reigned and Rates Were High
When inflation was soaring 40 years ago and the economy slowed, short-term investing was perilous. But people with patience and long horizons came out fine.
How to Cope With Rising Rates and Inflation
Rates are rising, inflation is nasty and a painful recession is certainly possible. But there are steps you can take now, our columnist says.
The Markets and Economy Are Reaching a Fork in the Road
Amid rising inflation and the threat of recession, corporate earnings are coming under pressure.
How to Invest During Inflation
While the news may indicate that the markets and economy are rocky, long-term investors can ride it out with a little luck and a lot…
How to Invest for Retirement During a Bear Market
A bear market can be great for your future wealth, if you use broad, low-cost funds to buy stocks and bonds steadily for decades, our…