Pretexting fraud threatens assets and personal data
Pretexting uses false pretenses to obtain SSNs bank and credit card numbers and other personal data. Victims may suffer identity theft and financial loss. FTC guidance urges contacting banks credit bureaus and police, with steps to shield accounts and report fraud. Susan Bondy invites reader questions.
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Money market funds rise in latest week totals 2.207 trillion
Retail money market funds gained 5.55 billion to 994.05 billion led by taxable funds up 4.94 billion to 796 billion. Tax-exempt retail funds rose 612 million to 198.05 billion while institutional funds climbed 16.68 billion to 1.213 trillion. Seven day yield edged to 0.54 percent.
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Investors urged to stay diversified amid bond market turmoil
Dallas investor Ray Mollinkopf still backs his bonds and stock mix after shifting his 401(k) during early retirement in 2000. Dalbar studies show many investors chase returns, selling lows and buying highs, while experts warn bond yields rise and prices fall. Mollinkopf advises patience as bond volatility continues, reinforcing a balanced retirement strategy with adviser Don Pope at Edward Jones.
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Bond market wobble prompts wider view on bonds
July losses in the U S Treasury market spurred discussion that this was a temporary blip. Experts urge diversification and sticking to a long term plan as government bonds swing while high yield and mortgage backed issues held up relatively better.
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Leaders Acknowledge The Leader
Holmes Murphy faces misstep but both sides vow corrective action and unity. Officials emphasize accountability and collaborative resolve to move forward.
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