Better Vantage Season 2 separates signal from noise in portfolios and retirement
Perspectives and news
Debt management
How to avoid common, but costly, money mistakes
Two common debt mistakes and how to redirect savings, prioritize high-return assets, and protect long-term wealth.
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Active, passive, stocks or bonds—costs still matter
Low costs aren’t just for index funds, says Vanguard CEO Salim Ramji. They also provide an edge for active managers over the long run, particularly in fixed income.
The future of active management
Vanguard experts explore AI, market concentration, and whether active is positioned for a revival.
Vanguard launches Dynamic Active-Passive Model Portfolio series for financial advisors
Vanguard has launched a new Dynamic Active-Passive Model Portfolio series, further expanding the firm’s lineup of model portfolios for financial advisors.
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Markets and economics
Alternatives in a portfolio: Think role, risk, and realism
Understanding the potential uncertainty and volatility involved is key when considering alternative assets.
The labor market is steadier than headlines suggest
Job-finding and job-loss rates offer a clearer read on underlying labor demand.
Magnificent Seven: More diverse than they may appear
The leading technology firms’ revenue sources and stock performance vary more than their common label may suggest.
The AI investment cycle and the “great rotation”
Vanguard’s Joe Davis says history suggests that AI's biggest opportunities will shift beyond Silicon Valley.
Research spotlight
Vanguard’s Principles for Retirement Income
Turn retirement savings into sustainable income with a clear framework for spending, risk, and long-term decisions.
A practical guide to managing your cash
A practical guide to cash management: how much to hold, where to keep it, and how it supports financial confidence.
Balancing saving and debt paydown: Money mistakes to avoid
Balancing saving and debt paydown: Money mistakes to avoid
Making guaranteed income target-date funds work in the real world: Annuitization benefits and product design
Our latest research discusses how deferred-income annuities can help improve retirement outcomes later in life.
Right-sizing private equity in a portfolio: It depends on more than you think
Inside a personalized approach that accounts for appraisal-based valuations, active risk and liquidity constraints.
