Take a Financial Advisor Quiz. Asset allocation is the measure of how the investments in your portfolio are divided among different asset types and classes. The idea is to spread your investments ...

Thinking about retirement planning when you’re young is key to financial security in your golden years. Small contributions when you’re younger make a difference in your retirement strategy. The ...

If you look at a graph of 10-year bonds, starting yield, subsequent returns, you just see a very, very tight correlation. The fact is that we now have safer, higher yields. The standard deviation of ...

Margaret Giles: Hi, I’m Margaret Giles for Morningstar. If you’re like many investors, the up-and-down market of the past few months may have prompted you to question your portfolio’s asset allocation ...

Preparing for retirement can be daunting, with many finding it challenging to navigate, especially as the benchmarks for retirement readiness continually evolve. It's no longer merely about building ...

A secure and satisfying retirement fund is built on two pillars. The first pillar—asset accumulation—typically gets the most attention from retirement savers, who start building that pillar as early ...

Having the right mix of investments within your portfolio is key to enjoying a comfortable retirement. In some cases, it's possible to play it too safe with your retirement fund. The right balance can ...

Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association, Pasadena, Calif., is expected to select a new asset allocation in the second quarter as part of the $76 billion pension fund's current ...