Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Investing in an Uncertain and Divided World

 It’s a Scary World, but Investing Abroad Has New Attractions
https://www.wsj.com/finance/investing/its-a-scary-world-but-investing-abroad-has-new-attractions-f6e39d6b
The trade-off confronting investors: The U.S.’s biggest stocks are more innovative and profitable but also far more expensive. 

Europe’s stock markets are finally having their moment in the sun
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/06/19/european-stock-markets-finally-have-moment-in-the-sun/
The Continent’s biggest advantage is that it is not America.


Red vs. Blue Is Dividing Stock Portfolios Like Never Before
https://www.wsj.com/finance/investing/investment-portfolios-politics-6d186f91
A political gap in optimism about markets is translating into trading decisions. 

How to Draw Down Your Retirement Savings When the Markets Are Gyrating
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/06/15/business/retirement-savings-rmd.html
Savers with accounts like 401(k)s and I.R.A.s are required to make withdrawals starting at a certain age. Here’s how to handle that during an unpredictable stock market.