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It May Be Time to Swap the 60/40 Portfolio for a 40/60 Portfolio Instead
bonds If the traditional “60/40 portfolio” is dead, what should investors do? For a clue, turn to the Chicago Bulls and see what we can learn from the Worm (aka Dennis Rodman), Toni Kukoc and Steve Kerr.
By Homer S. Smith IV, CFP®, CBEC® • Published
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How to Play a Steeper Yield Curve
Investing for Income The first of the year was a downer for corporate bonds and real estate and utility shares. It was strong for floating-rate loan funds.
By Jeffrey R. Kosnett • Published
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The Janet Yellen Era: Chapter Two
economy Former Fed Chair Janet Yellen, if installed as Secretary of the Treasury as expected, should help to calm Main Street and Wall Street alike.
By Jeffrey R. Kosnett • Published
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How to Find Yield With Emerging Market ETFs
Foreign Stocks & Emerging Markets Yield-hungry investors who are willing to take on extra risk should consider emerging-markets debt.
By Nellie S. Huang • Published
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Your Year-End Financial To-Do List
Coronavirus and Your Money We know you've got a lot to tackle, but these are the must-dos you should review before the year runs out on you.
By David Muhlbaum • Published
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Searching for Yield? Making a Case for High-Yield Bonds
bonds High-yield bonds are an often-misunderstood asset class that could deserve a spot in your portfolio.
By Jeff Harrell, CFA® • Published
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The ABCs of Yields
Becoming an Investor What the number in front of the percentage sign really means.
By Nellie S. Huang • Published
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Build a Bond Ladder
Financial Planning Exchange-traded funds give a new twist to an old technique to navigate a tricky market and manage cash flow.
By Nellie S. Huang • Published
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Bonds Will Deliver in 2021
Investing for Income Don’t rush to withdraw any 2020 profits from the market. 2021 is looking good.
By Jeffrey R. Kosnett • Published