"A Wealth of Common Sense" Articles
Weekend Reading: 7 Questions I Have About Stocks & the Economy
Financial blogger Ben Carlson always poses interesting points when it comes to navigating smart investment moves in today’s world. Here, you’ll find a list of questions worth considering in the midst of market volatility, plus a few light-hearted thoughts thrown in for fun.
Weekend Reading: Why Does the Stock Market Go Up Over the Long-Term?
Despite what some might believe, the market’s continual climb (while non-linear) doesn’t stem from the Fed or low interest rates. Instead, this draws down to economic growth and the fact that corporations are earning more money overall.
Weekend Reading: Interest Rates Are Getting Weird
Plain and simple, the laws of risk and reward are off. A five-year treasury shows the exact same yield as a 10-year treasury, and it’s not making much sense to investors.