Are You Ready for Tax Day? Here’s What You Need to Know Before You File
Tax day is quickly approaching, and it’s time to get organized. New tax rules might make it worth your while to itemize rather than take the standard deduction this year. And don’t just file away your...
6 Maalis 14min
Avoid This IRA Distribution Error to Protect Your Retirement Cash
A distribution from your traditional IRA could cost you if you’re not aware of your responsibilities. Many investors are saving up for their retirement in workplace accounts like 401(k)s. Those admini...
27 Helmi 18min
Elevate Your 60/40 Portfolio With These Simple Tweaks
The 60/40 portfolio has proven it’s here to stay, but it can benefit from a refresh like other classics. The total portfolio approach refines the 60/40. It takes a closer look at the components of the...
20 Helmi 11min
Why REIT ETFs Still Work as Real Estate Slumps
The struggle of brick-and-mortar real estate has extended into investment portfolios. Elevated inflation and high interest rates have weighed on the real estate sector over the past few years. Real es...
13 Helmi 15min
How to Make the Most of Your IRA in 2026
Thanks to its tax benefits, your IRA can be a powerful tool to optimize your portfolio. Investment firms often see a big influx of new contributions into individual retirement accounts in the early pa...
6 Helmi 19min
3 Winners and 3 Losers from Emerging-Market Funds’ Big Rally
merging-market funds will have a tough act to follow in 2026. The category racked up big gains last year following small returns for years. And a mix of factors like trade tensions prompted many inves...
30 Tammi 15min
How New Retirees Can Spend More Without Risking Their Savings
If you’re newly retired or will join the ranks soon, it’s time to think about how you plan to spend your nest egg. Morningstar researchers are helping new retirees figure out where to begin. The recen...
23 Tammi 23min
Beyond AI: Are Quantum Stocks the Next Big Thing in Tech Investing?
Quantum computing stocks have surged in popularity over the past year, capturing investors’ enthusiasm on the coattails of the artificial intelligence boom. These buzzy names took off last summer afte...
16 Tammi 31min
