Many retirees are drawn to the idea of a second home, a concept that extends beyond providing a vacation spot for loved ones to gather. Before such a purchase, there’s much to contemplate.

The Fed has often been quick to cut rates to help support the economy during slowdowns. We look at why the current combination of potential inflationary pressures and policy uncertainty may leave the Fed sidelined longer than some investors may hope.

Asia’s equity outlook will likely depend on U.S. tariffs, China’s stimulus and Japan’s structural changes. Stable fundamentals support cautious optimism for investment-grade bonds.