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Looking to Consecutive Years for Insight

DEC Student of the Market

Three strong years in a row for stocks and consecutive years with negative bond returns are considered in this December issue of Student of the Market.  Stock market volatility in the past decade, growth versus value, and inflation stats as well.

December 28, 2021
DEC Student of the Market
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