Some of the best investing and personal finance articles from around the web.
Fed’s Powell suggested July rate rise is likely, analysts say (Wall Street Journal). Interest rates stay where they are — for now. See also, How the Fed hid a rate hike in its rate “cuts” for 2024 (Reuters, via Fidelity).
Consumer sentiment is low — that’s a good sign for stocks (Morningstar). At best, sentiment is a lagging indicator.
Should you self-insure your long-term care? (Wall Street Journal). It’s a tough decision, but as we’ve written before, this is not an either/or proposition.
When to retire (Humble Dollar). A good list of factors to consider.
Do you have a high-yield savings account? Warning: this could stop you from accessing cash in a hurry (MarketWatch). There may be more restrictions on the account than you realize.
The time billionaires (The Free Press). A powerful read with priceless wisdom.
What does it really mean to be generous? (Christian Stewardship Network). “The genius of generosity is in the way God created it to work.”
Dave Ramsey sued for $150 million by former fans (Religion News Service). Part of the allegation is that he recommended listeners do business with a particular company without disclosing that he was being paid for that recommendation.
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