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Despite some recent (and very significant) volatility in the fixed income market, bonds continue to be one of the only asset classes to see relative outperformance to stat 2025.

This article provides an update on the monthly moving averages we track for the S&P 500 and the Ivy Portfolio after the close of the last business day of the month. The Ivy Portfolio The Ivy Portfolio...

Stocks and bonds are not enough for retirees anymore. REIT preferred shares can offer high and safe income. I highlight two of my favorite opportunities in today's market.

The iShares 7-10 Year Treasury Bond ETF might benefit from a potential flight-to-quality scenario. We don't think economic circumstances are as bad as many fear. Nonetheless, financial market sentimen...

If you can keep your emotions in check, the volatility in stocks sets up a long-term buying opportunity. However, investors with a lower risk tolerance may want to consider defensive investments that ...

The S&P 500 finished below 6000 this week for the first time in over six weeks. The index is now 3.09% below its record close from February 19th, 2025 and is up 1.46% year to date.

This article provides an update on the monthly moving averages we track for the S&P 500 and the Ivy Portfolio after the close of the last business day of the month. The Ivy Portfolio The Ivy Portfolio...

The S&P 500 notched two new record highs but also logged its worst day of the year—all in the same week. The index is now 2.13% below its record close from February 19th, 2025 and is up 2.46% year to ...

.The S&P 500 ended its two-week skid, finishing up 1.5% from last Friday. The index is now just inches below its record close from January 23, 2025 and is up 4.19% year to date.

The S&P 500 finished the week in the red despite midweek gains, posting a 0.2% loss from last Friday. The index now sits 1.52% below its record close on January 23, 2025 and is up 2.68% year to date.