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Buy on the Rumor...
After 44-years in the investment industry I've pretty much heard most of the sayings, including the phrase "buy on the rumor and sell on the news". I suspect that most of you have probably heard those words uttered, too. However,...
U.S. Rates Likely to Fall - Here's the Good and Bad
Unfortunately, there exists weakness in the U.S. labor force, as a notable deterioration in job creation, initial jobless claims, and job openings is taking place at this time. This weakness will likely lead the Federal Reserve to lower U.S. interest...
Corporate Pension Funding Improves Once Again - Milliman
Milliman has provided its monthly update on the health of corporate America's largest 100 pension plans with the release of the Milliman 100 Pension Funding Index (PFI). The good news continues, as the funded ratio for the PFI plans advanced...
Hey, Pension Community - We Have Liftoff!
Not since October of 2023 have we seen long-dated Treasury yields at these levels. Currently, the 30-year Treasury bond yield is 5% (12:47 pm EST) and the 10-year Treasury Note's yield has eclipsed 4.8%. Despite tight credit spreads, long-dated (25+...
Cash Flow Matching Done Right!
By: Russ Kamp, Managing Director, Ryan ALM, Inc. Most of us seek to climb the "ladder to success" . We also use ladders for important everyday activities. I'll soon be back on a ladder myself, as year-end approaches and the...