Happy Friday, readers! The original topic planned for this edition of PLANADVISERweekend was an early 2020 compliance update. From action at the Supreme Court to new debates on Capitol Hill, a lot has happened so far this year. But with the dramatic ongoing market volatility, it seems appropriate to call an audible. Find below a collection of articles about the emergence of the first bear market in a decade—including some helpful tips and advice for worried participants facing an uncertain investment outlook.
“Although the unfortunate reality is that volatility like this may be here to stay until the coronavirus runs its course, experience has proven time and time again that cool heads typically prevail,” analysts say.
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Retirement investors have little choice but to stay the course; even backing away from the markets for a short period can prove detrimental to long-term returns.
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As the markets tanked amid fears of a worldwide coronavirus outbreak, the last week of the month was among the busiest stretches in the 20 year-plus history of the Alight Solutions 401(k) Index.
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Significant volatility will persist for the foreseeable future, experts agree, but the long-term return opportunity in the stock and bond markets remains strong.
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The U.S. stock market has entered bear market territory after its record bull run; one silver lining is the opportunity to educate people about annuities.
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This month, Minnesota and Missouri brought the count of state-facilitated retirement plans to 18. Small business providers say state engagement helps boost business despite state-provided auto-IRAs.
