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Three Market Takeaways From the First Presidential Debate
The first presidential debate is now in the books, with two more (maybe) ahead and a vice presidential debate on October 7. The debate was raucous, occasionally uncouth, and more than a little surreal for viewers at home. But did anything happen that could potentially move markets? Probably not.
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How Corporate Bond Spreads Respond to Equity Market Volatility
An old Wall Street adage says bond markets are smarter than equity markets, so when stocks encounter volatility, investors often look to the bond market for clues about the potential severity of equity market weakness.
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Market Update: Tues, Sept 29, 2020 | LPL Financial Research
September 29, 2020 S&P 500 Index opens near flat after gains in four out of the last five sessions. US stocks saw broad gains Monday with a cyclical tilt as value stocks, led by energy and financials, kept pace with growth; small caps outgained large. Asian markets were mixed overnight and European shares are showing…
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September Bears Strike Again
The September weakness continued with the S&P 500 Index 9.6% off the all-time high set on September 2 (as of 9/23/20). It is important to remember that after a 60% rally in the S&P 500—and much more in some of the large-cap tech stocks—this type of seasonal weakness is normal and expected. We noted in…
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Protecting Your Nest Egg When You’re Unemployed
Don’t let a job loss derail your financial future. Consider these steps to help you stay on track to your long-term goals, even when short-term unemployment happens.
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What to know about Medicare before retirement.
Medicare is essential for many older Americans, helping them cover the costs of many necessary health care services. You have to be 65 to enroll in Medicare, but that doesn’t mean you should wait to learn how the program works. In fact, you’ll benefit by planning ahead for enrollment even when eligibility is many years…