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Global markets
Japan’s higher rates raise stakes for global markets
How Japan’s rising rates may shift global capital flows and add pressure to bond yields.
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Four myths about women investors
New research challenges common myths about women investors and reveals what they value most in financial advisors.
Vanguard celebrates 50th anniversary of Vanguard 500 Index Fund
August 31, 2026, marks the 50th anniversary of First Index Investment Trust, the fund that would become Vanguard 500 Index Fund. Its creation helped usher in a new era of investing by providing investors with broad market exposure through a simple, accessible approach.
Vanguard to acquire Altruist, expanding the reach and impact of financial advice
Vanguard and Altruist, an AI-forward wealth technology and custody platform serving financial advisors, announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Vanguard will acquire Altruist.
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Markets and economics
The AI buildout comes to the bond market
From bonds to value stocks, AI is changing market composition, valuations, and investment leadership.
AI and jobs: Still in an ATM phase
ATMs did not radically reduce bank teller jobs, but mobile banking did. Which is the right parallel for today’s AI?
AI, oil, and a changing global economy
The AI buildout is generating strong growth and earnings, which could gradually broaden from builders to users.
AI investment powers growth outlook
Our global chief economist shares why we expect AI to drive higher-than-expected economic growth in 2027.
Research spotlight
Transferring wealth with wisdom
Recent Vanguard research explores the factors that affect the financial and emotional impact of an inheritance.
Educated alpha: A path to active for college savers
Vanguard research suggests active 529 glide paths may improve college savings outcomes for some investors.
Saving for a child’s financial future
Recent Vanguard research offers a framework for saving for a child’s future.
Better match formulas for 401(k) plans
Better 401(k) match formulas can boost savings without raising employer costs.
When and how asset location matters
Asset location can add up to 0.3% annually in after-tax returns for investors.
