Here is SMI's latest collection of recent articles on investing, personal finance, and stewardship. We hope you find them interesting and helpful.
The state of the markets (July 2026) (Charlie Billelo, Billelo Blog). Many interesting charts here.
Small stocks are having their biggest run in decades (Wall Street Journal). The Russell 2000, which tracks shares of smaller companies, had its best first half since 1991.
A century of U.S. stock returns: Expect the unexpected (Nick Maggiulli, Of Dollars and Data). The best of times, the worst of times. — Related: The ups and the downs of the stock market (Ben Carlson, A Wealth of Common Sense).
Why you should keep an eye on I-Bonds now (Kiplinger). "A 4.26% yield is better than the rate you can get on most other low-risk places to put your money."
The best way to invest money you may need for long-term care (Christine Benz, Morningstar). "Obviously, outearning inflation is mission-critical."
Should you start Social Security early before possible benefit cuts? (Forbes). Many pre-retirees are wondering about that very thing. Here's how to think it through.
10 reasons to give now rather than later (Cody Hobelmann, FaithFi). "God already owns everything. What He seeks is your trust and surrender."
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