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Vanguard: Investment Commentary
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A monthly series offering perspectives on events and trends affecting the economy, the financial markets, and investment management.
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Inflation, disinflation, or deflation?
Kenneth E. Volpert, head of the taxable bond group at Vanguard, discusses his outlook regarding disinflation and potential deflation. (8:23)
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What are the chances of a double-dip recession?
Vanguard's latest economic analysis explores whether a double-dip recession could occur and factors that could prevent it. (8:58)
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Greek debt crisis: An update
Vanguard sovereign debt analyst Dr. Jonathan Lemco discusses why the Greek drama is likely to continue despite a $1 trillion rescue package. (10:08)
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Understanding the Greek debt crisis
Jonathan Lemco of Vanguard's Fixed Income Group explains the unfolding financial crisis in Greece and discusses what it may mean for U.S. investors. (8:14)
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Is the success of emerging markets sustainable?
Fran Kinniry, senior investment strategist at Vanguard, puts emerging markets into perspective, addressing recent performance, as well as risks. (9:28)
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A look at the ETF market
Martha Papariello of Vanguard's Institutional Investor Group discusses current trends affecting the exchange-traded fund marketplace. (7:38)
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Bond market perspective
Ken Volpert, head of taxable fixed income at Vanguard, discusses unique conditions in the bond market and the outlook for investors in 2010. (9:00)
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2010 economic outlook: How strong a recovery?
Vanguard chief economist Joe Davis discusses the outlook for 2010, including his perspectives on U.S. interest rates and growth in emerging markets. (10:15)
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Get a jump start on tax season
Joel Dickson, head of Vanguard Active Quantitative Equity Group, comments on the 2009 tax season and proposed plans for future tax code changes. (9:02)
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Financing college: How 529s have changed the landscape
In this podcast, Vanguard's Alba Martinez reviews 529 plans' performance as a college-savings tool.
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Bond market developments
Bob Auwaerter, head of Vanguard's fixed income operations, shares his thoughts on the economic recovery and the state of the bond and credit markets.
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The Fed's response to the financial crisis
David Wessel, economics editor of The Wall Street Journal, discusses the Federal Reserve Board's response to the recent financial crisis.
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Will state budget woes drag on municipal bonds?
Chris Alwine, head of Vanguard's municipal bond fund operations, provides his thoughts on the state of the muni bond market.
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The global economy: On the mend?
Vanguard chief economist Joe Davis and global market analyst Jonathan Lemco discuss the economic outlook around the globe for the rest of 2009. (12:23)
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Retirement strategies for a bear market
John Ameriks of Vanguard Investment Counseling and Research discusses investment strategies for those in or near retirement. (11:34)
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