100% stocks for retirement? A new study says dump the 60/40 portfolio and target-date funds.
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Target-date funds — the most popular 401(k) plan investment — don't work for everyone
Target-date funds are poised to capture about two-thirds of all 401(k) contributions by 2027. While they benefit many investors, others may see drawbacks.CNBC - 1h -
Sugary drinks linked to millions of new diabetes and heart disease cases – study
Tufts University analysis highlights rise in global health inequalities, with fastest growth in linked diseases in Africa. Sugary drinks are responsible for more than 2.2m new cases of diabetes and ...The Guardian - 3h -
FirstFT: Private equity to lobby Trump as industry seeks to tap retirement funds
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Private equity to lobby Trump for access to savers’ retirement funds
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Israeli military says it struck over 100 'terror targets' in Gaza
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These stock-trading moves can boost your portfolio if the ‘Santa Claus rally’ fails
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Do stock holdings reflect individual risk preferences or the growing use of target-date funds?
I suspected most financial assets were in 401(k) plans and most 401(k) holdings were directed by target-date funds, but the data told a somewhat different story.MarketWatch - 2d -
Helping boomers spend their retirement funds is harder than it sounds
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Driver in New Orleans terrorist attack acted alone and was ‘100% inspired by ISIS,’ FBI says
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