How big a risk is investor euphoria? Top analysts at Schwab take a look at the effect of buoyant investors. Yesterday Georgia’s fiscal economist described what’s needed for the state’s recovery. James Salzer of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution summarizes his remarks. Everyone faces three challenges to their retirement planning. You can avoid having your hopes derailed if you take them into consideration now, as Bob Carlson explains.
Schwab Market Perspective: A Narrow Path Up — After months of languishing near record lows, 10-year Treasury yields have risen to their highest level since March 2020, as the bond market focuses on the potential for stronger growth and higher inflation in 2021. The road to recovery is a narrow path — buoyant investor sentiment could easily be deflated by bad news. Read more…
State Economist: Georgia’s Recovery Will Be Strong Once Most Are Vaccinated — Georgia’s fiscal economist told lawmakers Tuesday that the state’s labor market has recovered about as well as it can until the COVID-19 pandemic is over and that the economy should surge later this year because consumers have money to spend. Short term, getting Georgians vaccinated against COVID-19 is the key. Read more…
How To Beat The Three Greatest Retirement Risks — There are three risks that are most likely to derail retirement plans. The risks are real and substantial, almost regardless of an individual’s net worth. Fortunately, the potential damage from the risks can be reduced. The Editor of Retirement Watch, Bob Carlson, offers advice on how to make the most of your retirement income. Read more…
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