Pandemic-related shortages are expected to persist into next year Posted by CopyTeam Throughout the past 60 years, the microchip has influenced the manufacturing of a wide variety of products that touch nearly every consumer these days. From computers to cell phones to cars, the chip is now the most critical and costly component …
The future of sustainable investing requires balancing goals and interests–it is critical to the sustainability of investing, serving society by improving long-term outcomes. While extreme weather events typically affect only certain parts of the country, there is increasing concern that climate change will affect the overall economy – including our investment portfolios. For …
It’s Never Too Early or Too Late – What You Need To Consider To say there are many things to consider when planning for your financial future is an understatement. That’s why it’s important to have a plan for your future — and follow it. Planning for your retirement income may seem like …
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The Impact of World Economy Posted by CopyTeam The mid-year U.S. economic recovery numbers look strong. On Wall Street, analysts predict that our economy will expand by trillions of dollars and create 2 million good-paying jobs throughout the next 10 years. However, despite nearly 1 million jobs reported in July alone, the White …
Protecting Your Data Should be a Top Priority Posted by CopyTeam Cyberattacks are one of the fastest-growing crimes in the U.S. Throughout the past few years, companies have experienced significant data breaches as fraudsters seek to gain the world’s most valuable currency: data. The network monitoring firm SolarWinds recently underwent a high-profile breach. …
A risky strategy that warrants extreme caution and is not for long-term investments Posted by CopyTeam This year, investors are making record-high margin investments against their accumulated assets. According to FINRA, margin debt had reached $847 billion by the end of April.1 Much of this activity is fueled by low interest rates and rising …
Young Adults: 75% of Gen Z-ers and Millennials Think Differently About Investing Posted by CopyTeam Young adults have weathered difficult times the past two decades: mass school shootings, extreme weather conditions, student loan debt and a global pandemic. But now they’re witnessing an unprecedented job market, where even those with little to no …
Understanding These Loans Before You\’re on the Hook Posted by CopyTeam In June, Congress overturned a set of regulations enacted in late 2020 by the Office of the Comptroller of Currency (OCC). The nullified rules end a payday lender practice that was referred to as a “rent-a-bank” scheme. The rule stated that to …
A big change for 529 plans, including non-parent owned accounts Posted by CopyTeam Congress is known for passing enormous bills with lots of little-known provisions that are not entirely central to the key objectives of the bill. Alas, the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 is one of them. It contains …
What’s the Future for Products and Services Made in America? Posted by CopyTeam Reshoring Advances Manufacturing Supply Chains to Generate Good Jobs – Companies Evaluate Their Global Strategy According to a recent survey of supply chain professionals, the COVID-19 pandemic interrupted 98% of global supply chains. Among the most disruptive supply challenges was the …