Is the Fed’s Plan to Avoid a Recession Working?

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How to Make the Most of Your IRA in 2026

Thanks to its tax benefits, your IRA can be a powerful tool to optimize your portfolio. Investment firms often see a big influx of new contributions into individual retirement accounts in the early part of each year as investors rush to meet the April 15 deadline. If you’re one o ...  Show more

3 Winners and 3 Losers from Emerging-Market Funds’ Big Rally

merging-market funds will have a tough act to follow in 2026. The category racked up big gains last year following small returns for years. And a mix of factors like trade tensions prompted many investors to shift their dollars outside the US. Should you add emerging-market funds ...  Show more

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