A large and largely unexpected decline in bond interest rates requires downshifting expectations for the future. Source: NYT > Business – Carla Fried
Want to Profit from a Trade War? There’s an Investment Fund for That
There are funds on the market that could help you profit from American trade tensions with countries like China. But short-term bets are inherently risky. Source: NYT > Business – Brian O’connor
Strategies: A Quirk of the Calendar Is Messing With Stocks
Erasing the 2007-2009 bear market from 10-year stock returns has made ‘long-term’ performance look stellar, even though recent returns are unexceptional. Source: NYT > Business – JEFF SOMMER
Tax Headaches? A Dose of Muni Bonds Might Help
Households stung by the limit on state and local income tax deductions are chasing tax-free municipal bonds. But it’s wise to proceed carefully. Source: NYT > Business – CARLA FRIED
Falling Fees Give Investors More Choices. Just Be Careful Using Them.
Low-cost options abound, giving investors with modest means access to choices once reserved for giants like pension funds. Source: NYT > Business – BRIAN J. O’CONNOR
Strategies: A Price War Has Driven Fund Fees to Zero. They May Be Set to Drop Further.
Companies locked in a fierce competition for customers may end up paying people to invest. Low fees are a boon, but watch out, our columnist says: Nothing is really free. Source: NYT > Business – JEFF SOMMER