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Swing-state voters want to know: What’s going on with Social Security?
Social Security’s trust fund is expected to be depleted in 2033. Where is the solution?Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago -
Biggest US public pension fund Calpers invests in UK’s Octopus Energy
California retirement fund among investors drawn to power company for its software and green focusBusiness - Financial Times - October 14 -
Pension funds warn being forced to invest in UK would be ‘huge mistake’
Industry fears having to buy lower-quality assets at unattractive prices after minister says ‘considering all options’World - Financial Times - October 18 -
These tips for investing in mutual funds and ETFs are a vote for your money
Cheap stocks, higher yields and other postelection portfolio moves to consider.Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday -
New Lord Mayor to push pension funds to invest more in London-listed companies
Alastair King takes office in the Square Mile on Friday and says measure necessary to boost stock marketWorld - Financial Times - Yesterday -
‘It was obvious I wasn’t in Kansas anymore’: My local bank has no cashiers — and declined to accept my money. What’s going on?
“I’ll be looking for a new bank next week.”Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago -
Social Security funds could run out in 6 years under Trump plans: Analysis
Social Security’s trust fund reserves could be depleted as early as 2031 under former President Trump’s proposals, several years earlier than recent projections, according to an analysis from the ...Politics - The Hill - October 21 -
Money Market Rates Are Lower, Yes. But Compared to What?
Even with further Fed rate cuts likely, money market funds are a good alternative for stashing cash, and investors are still flocking to them, our columnist says.Business - The New York Times - October 18 -
Social Security's retirement trust fund may run out in nine years. Here's how the next U.S. president may address that
The trust fund that Social Security relies on to pay retirement benefits may be depleted in nine years. How the next U.S. president could change that.Business - CNBC - October 19 -
Pension fund use of ETFs surges in Europe
Institutional iShares assets under management have been growing at a compound annual growth rate of nearly 30% in the region, according to BlackRockWorld - Financial Times - October 18 -
Public Investment Fund’s desert mirage
Plus, why Topgolf is parting with its owner and HSBC‘s boss says it isn’t splitting upWorld - Financial Times - October 30 -
Customers are withdrawing pension money over Budget uncertainty, warns AJ Bell
Wealth managers say speculation over UK tax changes is changing customer behaviourBusiness - Financial Times - October 17 -
In Election’s Final Days, Dark Money and ‘Gray Money’ Fund Hidden Agendas
Big-money operatives are taking advantage of lax rules at the end of the campaign to hide the true source of their money until after the election is called — or for forever.Top stories - The New York Times - October 30 -
We want to retire to a fun lake house, but we also want city amenities. Our budget is $450,000. Where should we go?
Looking for ideas on the best place for you to retire? Email HelpMeRetire@marketwatch.comBusiness - MarketWatch - November 2 -
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Investment funds circle visual effects group Technicolor
The Paris-based moviemaking tech company is holding talks over a potential saleBusiness - Financial Times - October 24 -
Will Social Security be solvent under Trump or Harris?
Social Security is under threat regardless of who wins the election, but an analysis says Trump's agenda would drain the fund more quickly than Harris' plan.Top stories - ABC News - October 23 -
How Trump Could Bankrupt Social Security
Retirement benefits for millions of Americans are on the line.Top stories - The New York Times - October 24 -
ServiceNow, Coreweave and others to invest $8.2 billion in UK data centers to fuel AI growth
American enterprise software giant ServiceNow and cloud computing startup CoreWeave plan to invest billions of dollars in their U.K. operations.Business - CNBC - October 14 -
‘I don’t trust my financial guy.’ I’m 67 and trying to live on $2.2K-a-month Social Security. I have $500K with an adviser, who charges 2%, but last year the return was 26%. What’s my move?
We spotted a lot of too-common red flags.Business - MarketWatch - October 31 -
Former Bad Education actor left without cash by rogue agent
A talent agent who supplied actors to shows on the BBC and Netflix withheld cash due to them, former clients claim.Top stories - BBC News - 5 days ago -
'We lost our local fans, we lost our beautiful stadium, we lost our city'
Shakhtar were forced to leave Donetsk a decade ago, and the challenge of running an elite club has increased since Russia's invasion in 2022.Top stories - BBC News - October 21 -
Ken Griffin’s money machine: market maker Citadel Securities
The trading firm is pushing frontiers in markets once dominated by banks — but is not yet regulated like oneBusiness - Financial Times - 6 days ago -
Reeves cuts National Wealth Fund budget despite UK investment drive
Chancellor’s decision comes as government seeks to work with private sector to decarbonise economyBusiness - Financial Times - October 14 -
Meet the London fund turning Norway’s hydro sector into an investment
The world needs more hydropower to hit its net-zero goals. Here’s how Augusta & Co. is helping to get there.Business - MarketWatch - October 17 -
These tips for investing in mutual funds and ETFs give your portfolio a lift
Winning managers share stock-market secrets and Big Tech powers the utilities sector.Business - MarketWatch - October 17 -
These ultra-rich college endowment funds have a lot to learn about investing
Endowment managers’ attraction to hedge funds, real estate and other alternative investments ends poorly.Business - MarketWatch - October 19 -
Reeves confirms change to UK fiscal rules to help fund £20bn of annual investment
Chancellor promises in FT to avoid ‘falls in public sector investment’ planned by ToriesBusiness - Financial Times - October 24 -
These tips for investing in mutual funds and ETFs help keep you in the game
Strategies including small caps, gold, AI and nuclear energy come into play.Business - MarketWatch - October 24 -
Saudi Arabia’s wealth fund pivots from international investments
Public Investment Fund will focus more of its financial firepower on domestic projectsBusiness - Financial Times - October 29 -
John McQuown, Who Pioneered Index Funds and Transformed Investing, Dies at 90
The Illinois native jumped from family farm to mechanical engineering and then led a ‘Manhattan Project’ of finance.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 31 -
These tips for investing in mutual funds and ETFs can inflation-proof your portfolio
Prepare for the possibility of higher interest rates.Business - MarketWatch - November 1 -
Controversial consulting firm fails to get approval for deal with Ohio teachers’ pension fund
A committee on the Ohio retired teachers’ pension fund board has decided not to move forward with the controversial consulting firm that has been the subject of News 5 investigations.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16 -
BBC World Service secures Budget bump in government funding
Executives warned that previous cuts left the UK struggling to counter a rise in Russian and Chinese propagandaBusiness - Financial Times - October 31 -
‘The purpose is social good’: Watford Women draw unique US investment
As well as helping to make the team financially sustainable, new partnership with Sound of Gol aims to tackle inequality. American investment in English football clubs is on the rise – from Arsenal ...World - The Guardian - October 14 -
Some Social Security beneficiaries will get an extra November check
Some Social Security beneficiaries will receive an extra payment next month. Here's who will get the extra checks and why.Top stories - CBS News - October 14
