Why Hands-Off Investing Pays Off

Put money into low-cost stock and bond funds, but don’t forget the rest of the recipe: Leave your investments alone.

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‘Buy the Dip’ Wins Again for Stock Investors

Individual investors were the ones who piled into stocks when they plunged in early April, while big Wall Street institutions missed out on the gains.

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A Solid Report Card for the Markets, Despite Shock and Worry

While the Trump administration has engaged in continual disruptions, most investors have prospered.

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E.T.F.s Are Booming. Mutual Funds Want In on the Action.

Asset managers are eagerly awaiting an S.E.C. decision that would allow mutual funds to also trade as E.T.F.s — potentially changing how trillions of dollars are invested.

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Europeans Show Less Stock Market Panic as Tariffs Cause Turmoil

Europeans tend to keep more of their money in cash, gaining some protection from the recent market volatility. But President Trump’s tariffs will have an effect, experts said.

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Investing in Stocks and Bonds Will Be Trickier Under Trump

Sizzling returns well may continue, but our columnist suggests that it would be wise to prepare for the next storm.

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