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Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine-October 14, 2024

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE (October 12, 2024): The latest issue features ‘Hidden Drug Deals’ –

PBMs’ Backroom Negotiations Revealed in Confidential Files

PBMs are under the microscope for allegedly inflating drug prices. New Barron’s reporting raises broader questions about the industry—and its role in the opioid crisis.

Insurer Stocks Ride Out Hurricanes With Manageable Losses. How to Play Them Now.

Share prices of insurers bounced back when Hurricane Milton caused less damage than forecast. Here’s how to play the sector now.

Berkshire Hathaway and Cathie Wood Own Nu Holdings Stock. Why You Should, Too.

Nubank, Latin America’s largest fintech bank, has the ability to grow globally. A recent pullback in its parent company’s shares offers an attractive entry point.

Tech Investing in Private Markets Takes Guts. Know the Risks.

There are several ways for retail investors to trade shares of hot tech start-ups that don’t trade publicly. But know the potential pitfalls before jumping in.

Oil’s ‘War Premium’ Is Back. Can Prices Top $100?

As violence escalates in the Middle East, traders are scooping up oil-sensitive stocks and options. It’s a risky strategy.

Own ‘Junk’ in Your Retirement Portfolio? It’s Not as Crazy as It Sounds.

Default rates are low and yields top 7%. How to invest in the upper tiers of the high-yield bond world.

Emerging Markets Are Finally Taking Off. Stocks and Funds to Buy.

The recent rally in Chinese stocks gives long-suffering investors in emerging markets reasons to be optimistic.

Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine – October 7, 2024

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE (September 21, 2024): The latest issue features ‘Tesla’s Turning Point’ – The electric vehicle maker faces a make or break moment as it unveils robotaxi technology…

Tesla Robotaxi Day Is a Make or Break Moment for Elon Musk

The CEO will need to convince investors that the company is still more than an auto maker.

Unhappy With Your Medicare Plan? You Can Make a Change.

Open enrollment starts soon and big changes are in store for traditional Medicare and Advantage plans. What to know.

Gold Is Beating Stocks. 5 Things to Know Before You Buy.

The forces that are fueling gold’s rise—and whether it makes sense to latch on to the rally.

GLP-1 Drugs Are Everywhere Now. How the Copycats Took Over.

Wegovy and Zepbound are still hard to get. Knockoff versions from Noom, Ro, and others are filling in the gaps.

Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine – Sept. 30, 2024

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE (September 21, 2024): The latest issue features ‘Healthcare’s Magical Moment’ – The sector is bouncing back. Our roundtable pros talk cutting-edge science and alluring pharma and biotech stocks…

21 Stocks to Play a ‘Magical Moment’ in Healthcare

21 Stocks to Play a ‘Magical Moment’ in Healthcare

Barron’s 2024 Healthcare Roundtable panelists make the case for 21 healthcare companies of all stripes, including Humana, Novo Nordisk, BioLife Solutions, and more.

Seniors Shouldn’t Worry About a Few Extra Pounds. ‘Too Skinny Is Not a Good Thing’

Seniors Shouldn't Worry About a Few Extra Pounds. ‘Too Skinny Is Not a Good Thing’

Numerous studies show that seniors who lose weight have higher mortality rates.

China’s Stock Market Gets Another Lift. Can Beijing Follow Through?

China’s problems run deep, but policymakers are changing their tone. Experts are taking note but are still wary as previous moves haven’t worked.4 min read

Caterpillar Stock Is Digging Out of the Mining Malaise. Why It’s Time to Buy.

The construction business is strong. The real growth for the company will come from a rebound in the mining sector, fueled by demand from China and elsewhere.Long read

Shareholders Say Companies Are Using New Tactics to Muzzle Them

Shareholders say companies are increasingly limiting what they can say at annual meetings. How virtual meetings are making it worse.

Sugar High: How a Glucose Monitor Told Me Startling Things About My Diet

Sugar High: How a Glucose Monitor Told Me Startling Things About My Diet

Little did I realize a few grapes could send my blood sugar soaring until I tried the first glucose monitor without a prescription. I managed to lose seven pounds.

Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine – Sept. 23, 2024

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE (September 21, 2024): The latest issue features ‘Lean Times For Luxury’….

How Luxury Stocks Lost Their Shine. These Are the Ones That Will Get It Back.

Shares of Burberry, LVMH, and others have had a tough 2024. But there’s no need to worry about an economic slowdown.

Some Financial Giants Pay Paltry Rates on Investors’ Cash. Where to Put Your Money.

Brokerage firms have been earning nice profits on clients’ uninvested cash. Now investors are demanding better treatment and regulators are asking questions.

Retirees Face Lower Yields Now That the Fed Has Cut. How to Fine-Tune Your Portfolio.

With yields on cash poised to fall, consider owning short-term bonds and funds that cover the broad U.S. stock market.

Trump and Harris Have Tax Plans. Prepare for Filing to Get More Tangled.

Both candidates are pushing policies that would make the already Byzantine tax code even more complicated.

Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine – Sept. 16, 2024

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE (September 14, 2024): The latest issue features

America’s Housing Crisis Isn’t Going Away—Even With Rate Cuts and Help From D.C.

America’s Housing Crisis Isn’t Going Away—Even With Rate Cuts and Help From D.C.

Rate cuts and subsidies from Washington may help, but homeownership is likely to remain out of reach for millions of Americans. What’s ahead for buyers and builders.

A Guide to the Different Flavors of Financial Advisor

We rank independent advisors in this special report. Here are the other types of professionals that provide financial advice, and where to find them.

The Fed Is Ready to Cut Rates. What to Do Next. 

The stock market is about to get what it’s waiting for.

How Long Do You Expect to Live? It Pays to Make an Educated Guess.

Heading into retirement with a clear-eyed sense of your longevity is crucial to figuring out how much you can really spend.

Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine – Sept. 9, 2024

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE (September 7, 2024): The latest issue features ‘The New Nuclear Age’ – AI and EVs are devouring America’s electricity supply. Nuclear energy, long out of favor, may wind up saving us.

Get Ready for the New Nuclear Age. It Could Help Solve America’s Electricity Problems.

Get Ready for the New Nuclear Age. It Could Help Solve America’s Electricity Problems.

Long out of favor, nuclear power is suddenly facing a much brighter future. The bull case for Constellation Energy and Vistra.

Retirees, It’s Time to Give Yourself a Raise. How to Keep the Cash Flowing for Decades.

A 5% withdrawal rate now looks “safe” for retirement savings. Using buckets for cash, income, and growth can keep it all afloat.

China’s Troubles Are Hitting Home for U.S. Companies

Multinationals like Starbucks and Marriott are taking a hard look at their Chinese operations—and tempering their outlooks.Long read

Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine – Sept 2, 2024

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE (August 31, 2024): The latest issue features ‘Are Kids Too Expensive’ – The rising cost of child-rearing is driving more Americans to say “No, thanks.” Why that’s a problem for the U.S. economy…

Parenthood Has Become Too Expensive. That Imperils Economic Growth.

A population decline stemming from falling birthrates and tighter immigration policies could derail America’s prosperity. Politicians of both persuasions are promising to help families.

Don’t Make This Retirement Savings Mistake. It Pays to Be Consistent.

Job-hoppers often cash out of 401(k) plans. Doing this instead could sharply boost your savings.

The Stock Market Is in the Homestretch of 2024. Where to Invest Now.

The markets are at a critical juncture, with a rate cut and presidential election looming. How to position your portfolio.

Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine – August 26, 2024

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE (August 24, 2024): The latest issue features..

Story About the Economy. Where It Matters Most.

Beating Donald Trump would flip the idea that the Biden years have brought nothing but pain.

There’s a Good Case for Waiting to Claim Social Security. Most Recipients Aren’t Interested.

Some 43% of respondents to a recent survey said they planned to file for Social Security benefits before age 67, the full retirement age for Americans born in 1960 or later.

Trump and Harris Hear From the Megadonors. What the Big Money Wants in Return.

The money flows to down-ticket candidates as well. The top 100 donors have contributed $1.2 billion so far this campaign cycle, on track to surpass past records.

At Jackson Hole, Powell Hopes the Fed Hasn’t Waited Too Long to Cut Rates

The Federal Rerve is trying to get ahead of economic weakness.

Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine – August 19, 2024

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BARRON’S MAGAZINE (August 17, 2024): The latest issue features..

Powell Will Set the Stage for Rate Cuts at Jackson Hole. What to Expect.

The chair will lay the groundwork for the Fed’s next phase of monetary policy. It will be the highest-stakes event for the economy and markets this fall.

Retirees Face Sticker Shock on Healthcare Costs if They Don’t Prepare

A 65-year-old retiring today can expect to spend an average of $165,000 in healthcare expenses throughout retirement, up nearly 5% from last year, according to Fidelity.

Harris Is Veering Away From Econ 101. It Makes Political Sense.

The vice president’s speech in Raleigh puts her squarely to the left of President Joe Biden, Barron’s ideas editor writes.

Jackson Hole Agenda Speaks to the Economy’s Unusual Strength

Economists and policy makers at the Federal Reserve symposium will probe the effectiveness and transmission of monetary policy, which took unorthodox turns in the past 15 years.

Finance Preview: Barron’s Magazine – August 12, 2024

The Stock Market's Wild Week: Lessons, How to Protect Your Portfolio, and  What to Do Now - Barron's

BARRON’S MAGAZINE (August 10, 2024): The latest issue features..

The Stock Market’s Wild Week Was a Wake-Up Call. What to Do Now.

The Stock Market’s Wild Week Was a Wake-Up Call. What to Do Now.

Long-term investors shouldn’t be spooked by a one-day rout or the market’s churning. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq are still up more than 11% on the year.

The Market Is Scary. These Stocks and Bonds Can Protect Your Portfolio.

Adding defensive stocks can allow investors to stay invested while protecting themselves if the economy goes into recession.

As Robo-Advisors Top $1 Trillion in Assets, Banks Pull Back

Robo-advisors continue to pull in new assets, but the revolution has hit a snag. Plus, our latest ranking of best robos.

Chinese Companies Are Everywhere Now—and Setting Off Alarms

Behind China’s export push is increased competition and slowing growth at home, and a move by its leaders to use exports to boost the economy.