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June 27, 2019 Tariffs have dominated headlines since January 2018 when the U.S. first announced tariffs on imported solar cells and washing machines. With several additional rounds of U.S. tariffs, China responded with retaliatory tariffs. In December, the trade spat suddenly paused, and through the first four months of 2019, it looked increasingly likely that the U.S. and China might strike a trade deal.

June 3, 2019 Generally, investors understand that a portfolio's risk is strongly related to its return potential. Diversification, however, is a notable exception to this rule, earning it the title of the only “free lunch” in investing. Academic research has firmly established the potential of diversification to reduce portfolio volatility without reducing expected returns. Considering the highly volatile nature of stocks, it's intuitive that concentrating in a single basket of stocks is risky.

May 31, 2019 You can ask just about anyone how to make money in the stock market and they'll probably tell you, “buy low, sell high.” In fact, this phrase has become so commonplace, it almost seems overused. Yet, to be a successful investor, you must follow this one simple strategy. Unfortunately, putting this strategy into action isn't so simple.

February 26, 2018 Some investors, who are not comfortable with the risk of investing a lump sum all at once, might consider dollar-cost averaging (DCA), which involves putting money to work over time by systematically investing a fixed dollar amount at regular intervals. DCA may seem advantageous because it spreads risk across multiple entry points, but does it create better long-term results?

Faces of Generosity gathers true stories of ordinary people whose giving has changed lives around the world. Compiled by Blue Trust, the collection shows how generosity—of time, talent, and resources—creates lasting impact, and invites readers to consider the difference their own giving can make.

Ron Blue offers a biblical framework for passing wealth to the next generation without harming the very children it is meant to bless. Splitting Heirs helps parents think through how much to leave, when, and to whom—turning inheritance decisions into an act of wise, faith-driven stewardship.

In Generous Living, financial expert Ron Blue makes the case that lasting contentment comes not from accumulating wealth but from giving it away. Drawing on biblical principles, the book helps readers loosen money's grip on their hearts and build a lifestyle of joyful, intentional generosity.

Discover a strategy to help you avoid lifestyle creep, find contentment, and align your spending with what matters most.

This quarter’s review explores the midterm elections, AI’s growing economic impact, and bond market volatility, with perspective on how investors can navigate political uncertainty and higher interest rates.

Before relying on AI for financial guidance, consider five important questions to help you evaluate its accuracy, limitations, and role in making wise financial decisions.

Do traditional investment principles still hold up in today’s changing landscape? Explore what this environment means for your portfolio and the strategies that can help you stay focused on your long-term goals.

Explore the Fall 2026 issue of Wisdom For Wealth. For Life. for insights on charitable remainder trusts, family legacy conversations, values-aligned investing, and navigating uncertain markets with a long-term perspective.