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Private Equity, Crypto Get Ready to Spice Up 401(k)s

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President Trump signed an order to open up cryptocurrency and private equity to 401(k) plans, but there’s no guarantee they come rolling in.

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Technology

The $5 Trillion Question: Nvidia, Microsoft Vie for Record High Valuation

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Nvidia and Microsoft both topped $4 trillion in market cap last month. Now, they’re in a race for the symbolic $5 trillion barrier.

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Consumer

Earnings Show Fast-Food Giants Embroiled in a Game of Chicken

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A bevy of results from fast food companies last week showed that chicken still reigns supreme over American taste buds.

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ETF Upside

Like Active Management? Odds of Outperformance Are Slim

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The past year hammered active funds, and while a few categories show long-term promise, success is out of reach for most, per Morningstar.

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Advisor Upside

Financial advisor news, market insights, and practice management essentials.

How Advisors Can Help Clients Hurt by the Government Shutdown

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Annuity Sales Continue to Shatter Records in Q3

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Government Shutdown Disrupts Flight Schedules, Clouds Holiday Travel Plans

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