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Deciphering a Bear Market
The threat of recession in the U.S. and abroad continues to be a topic in the news. What’s important to remember is that media pundits and even economists are not clairvoyant—they can’t tell us what the future holds. If these experts were to look into a crystal ball to view past events, however, they would see a cycle where market declines happen naturally before disappearing in the wake of revitalization.
09/25/08
Investing in a Green Future
If you're still managing finances the old-fashioned way, you could be missing an important opportunity to invest in the future of the planet. Being green is easier than you think...
09/03/08
What to Do in an Economic Slowdown
A recession is defined as two consecutive quarters in which gross domestic product (GDP) growth is negative. What are some effects of the downturn on the consumer and what can be done to combat them?
07/03/08
Will Your Business Survive the Intergenerational Pass?
"I want nothing more than to pass my business to my family, so they can continue to grow my legacy." This is the sentiment of many family business owners. But the odds do not favor intergenerational longevity.
05/08/08
The New Place to Spend Retirement? At Work
Despite the image that marketers portray of contented retirees lounging on the beach, there are more older workers in the labor force than ever before.
04/10/08
How to Donate Money Effectively
Americans are always willing to donate to those less fortunate. Yet your donation, regardless of size, should make the largest impact on your cherished causes and issues. When you support a charity's best interests, you're not selfish to support your own as well.
03/06/08
Should You Invest in Art?
Art certainly seems like an attractive investment. But, like every investment, there are numerous risks.
After Big Declines, Potential Opportunities
A look back at stock market history reveals a common and reassuring pattern: Over time, the market has demonstrated strength in the face of challenges and long-term investors have been rewarded. The S&P 500 has recently begun to climb back after recording one of the worst 10-year periods since the 1930s. While the upturn is heartening, there’s no guarantee it will continue. But as the chart below shows, since 1927, Standard & Poor’s 500 Composite Index has provided an average 10-year annualized return of nearly 11%.
Results are calculated on a monthly basis. The index is unmanaged and its results assume reinvested distributions but do not reflect the effect of sales charges, commissions or expenses. Past results are not predictive of results in future periods.
Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of the American Funds. This and other important information is contained in each fund’s summary prospectus and/or prospectus, which can be obtained from a financial professional and should be read carefully before investing.
Investments are not FDIC-insured, nor are they deposits of or guaranteed by a bank or any other entity, so they may lose value.