Economic and market perspectives: 3 themes at midyear
Perspectives and news
Financial wellness and planning
Newly enacted U.S. tax law: Investor considerations
A look at how the new U.S. tax law may affect investors, including updates to savings and education provisions.
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Retiring amid uncertainty? Here's what to consider
A conversation with Vanguard’s head of retirement research on how and when to adapt to life’s inevitable bumps.
Is the Agg enough for your fixed income portfolio?
Go beyond the Agg and learn how Vanguard Core Bond ETF and Core-Plus Bond ETF can enhance bond portfolios.
Nitin Tandon podcast debut with Harvard Business School
Vanguard CIO Nitin Tandon discusses enhancing client experiences and global workforce strategy.
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Markets and economics
Stretched dollar, equities boost diversification case
Our monthly outlook focuses on tariffs, persistently higher rates, and a strengthening global diversification case.
Midyear investing perspectives
In a short video, Kevin Khang, Vanguard senior international economist, gives a midyear economic and market update.
Amid turbulence, a new economic outlook
An update on our U.S. economic forecasts following the U.S. trade announcement and recent market volatility.
Joe Davis addresses tariffs, market volatility
In a series of brief videos, our global chief economist provides perspective for investors.
Research spotlight
Behavioral research
How America Saves 2025
Data and insights from our annual report reveal record-high retirement plan participation rates and widespread adoption of professionally managed allocations, despite rising financial stress indicators.
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Tax-Aware Portfolio Construction: A Multi-Asset Approach
A personalized, multi-asset strategy that blends tax efficiency and diversification—challenging the muni-only norm by factoring in tax brackets, risk, and income needs. © 2025 PMR. All rights reserved.
The Dividend Reinvestment Puzzle: Solution by a Survey
A survey reveals why 74% of equity-income investors reinvest dividends — highlighting behaviorial motives beyond income needs. © 2025 PMR. All rights reserved.
Does a volatility management fund have a place in a target-date fund?
While a volatility management fund in a TDF might benefit retirement savers, possible challenges must be addressed.
