Deflation is an economic phenomenon that is opposite to inflation. The main characteristic of deflation is an economic condition in which the overall, sustained, and widespread decline in the price level of general commodities and services, and it is not a regional decline or a temporary price de...
What is usually shown on the internet for a deferred annuity quote is its current interest rate. Generally, the interest rate quoted is higher if you choose a longer growth period. If you should die during the growth period, your account values typically are payable to your beneficiaries....
With valuations at the most extreme level in history, the one thing that the market simply cannot tolerate is the eager attempt of a substantial number of investors to exit. When the walls come down, investors will scavenge the news for “catalysts.” Don’t fall into this trap. Undoubtedly...