Should you invest in the 60/40 portfolio?

In this episode, Jim Martin and Casey Bibb discuss the viability of the traditional 60/40 investment portfolio in today's financial landscape. They cover recent IRS updates on contribution limits, insights on interest rates, and the impact of inflation on retirement funds. Additionally, they delve into the latest job report, Federal Reserve rate cuts, and their implications for the economy. The hosts also touch on lighter topics, such as McDonald's spicy nuggets and their current TV recommendations.

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00:00 Introduction to the 60/40 Portfolio

01:03 IRS Contribution Limits Update

04:11 October Jobs Report Analysis

05:58 Federal Reserve Rate Cuts Discussion

07:56 Evaluating the 60/40 Portfolio

14:39 McDonald's Spicy Nuggets Return

16:00 What We're Watching

20:04 Conclusion and Listener Engagement

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