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Stocks finally have real competition

For years, near-zero rates pushed investors into stocks. Today, cash and bonds offer attractive returns again—changing the market's risk/reward setup and giving investors more reason to be selective. Here's what it means for your portfolio.

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The bond market just overruled the Fed

Investors obsess over every Fed decision. But the borrowing costs pressuring housing, businesses, and stocks are increasingly tied to long-term rates the Fed doesn't directly control. Here's why the 10-year Treasury may be the market's most important number.

The key to a properly diversified portfolio

One of the first rules of investing is to diversify. The concept is pretty simple… But proper diversification isn’t as straightforward as it might sound. This article will teach you one underutilized diversification strategy to ensure a much stronger portfolio.