Vanguard: Vanguard Perspectives®
Summary: Candid, in-depth video commentary from Vanguard leaders and industry experts on events and trends affecting the U.S. and global economies, the markets, and other topics that may affect your investments.
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In this short video, Chief Economist Joe Davis and Senior Economist Roger Aliaga-DÃaz examine the likelihood that the Federal Reserve, the European Central Bank, and the Bank of Japan will enact differing policies over the next few years.
In this short video, Chief Economist Joe Davis discusses the forecast for economic growth and potential risks facing investors in the coming year.
In this short video, Chief Economist Joe Davis and Senior Economist Roger Aliaga-DÃaz talk about U.S. interest rates and how the Fed's projected rate "liftoff" might affect the global economy.
What's the biggest indicator of market returns? Vanguard Chief Investment Officer Tim Buckley and CEO Bill McNabb suggest its earnings growth. While the economy appears to be on the right track, corporate balance sheets need to follow with strong earnings reports to allow the market to continue its rise.
Vanguard CEO Bill McNabb and CIO Tim Buckley said we may be entering a period where returns may be lower than the historical average. One way of offsetting lower returns is to increase your savings rate.
Looking to further diversify your portfolio and lower your overall risk? Consider investing abroad say Vanguard Chief Investment Officer Tim Buckley and CEO Bill McNabb. Investing a portion of your portfolio in international stocks and bonds can help to dampen volatility and broaden your risk exposure.
If the Federal Reserve decides to raise short-term interest rates, what does it mean for the economy and the markets? Vanguard Chief Economist Joe Davis says a rate hike should be perceived as a good sign because it means the central bank believes the economy is in a strong enough position to handle a rate increase.
How does currency hedging work? Vanguard explains in this video.
Many investors are familiar with inflation and the effect it has on the markets. But what about deflation? Deflation occurs when prices and wages drop. Vanguard economists Peter Westaway, Roger Aliaga-Diaz, and Joe Davis explain the problems that can occur with deflation.
The European economy has been struggling to regain its footing for some time following the 2008 recession. While there are signs that the situation is improving, Vanguard Chief European Economist Peter Westaway says Europe has a long ways to go before it's fully recovered.
Vanguard's head of government relations previews the policy agenda in Washington for 2015 on issues of importance to institutional investors.
Where are interest rates headed? It's one of the most common questions asked of Vanguard Chief Economist Joe Davis. In this short video, Mr. Davis explains his outlook for interest rates over the next 12 to 24 months.
Vanguard Chief European Economist Peter Westaway says Vanguard's outlook for the European markets is similar to what is expected globally, while Vanguard Chief Economist Joe Davis cautions investors that economic growth does not always correlate to market performance.
How important is creating an emergency fund? Kahlilah Dowe of Vanguard Personal Advisor Services suggests investors set aside a year's worth of expenses to cover any unexpected costs, gradually building up their emergency fund while continuing to save for retirement.
Talking to your heirs about your financial intentions involving your estate may not be an easy conversation but Beth Orford of Vanguard Flagship Services and Meredith Antik and Alisa Shin of Vanguard Asset Management Services say it can avoid problems later on when emotions are high.
