Helping an Aging Parent with Money: Where Do You Start? Talking with a parent about money can feel awkward. They may have managed their finances independently for decades, and you may be unsure how to offer help without overstepping. But a conversation before help...

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August saw inflation hold above the Federal Reserve’s target, bond yields stay elevated, and oil swing sharply on geopolitical tensions. Retail and housing trends, meanwhile, pointed to a slowing economy and a wary consumer.

While the basic concept is relatively simple, the rules surrounding when RMDs begin, how they are calculated, and what happens with an inherited retirement account can become more complicated.

July brought mixed signals for investors to sort through. Inflation data pointed to cooling prices in June, and the labor market held steady even though the Federal Reserve grew more cautious without a rate hike.

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Last month, growth held firm, and the labor market held stable even as financial conditions quietly tightened beneath the surface. Equity indices were mixed, and inflation stayed unrelenting. The Federal Reserve became more hawkish under new Chair Kevin Warsh, shifting from its earlier tone.

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Understanding both sides of that story is important when evaluating the broader market landscape.