While recent volatility is causing headaches for some investors, others argue it feels more like being the victim in a low-budget horror flick. What can investors do to help alleviate some of the pain?

Economists’ track record for forecasting the direction of the U.S. economy have historically been less than stellar. Are their models wrong, and if so, is economic forecasting a fool’s errand?

The first quarter was one of the most challenging in decades. There was almost nowhere to hide, and those who remained disciplined and diversified were mostly rewarded with paper losses.

The Volatility Index (VIX) is computed by the Chicago Board of Options Exchange. This gauge is the de facto standard for measuring and tracking equity market volatility, and many consider it to be the “fear gauge” for stocks.

One of the most closely watched recession indicators triggered this week, and the media’s coverage has likely just begun. But how reliable is it, and how long do we have until we need to batten down the hatches?

Inflation, rising interest rates, and one of the worst geopolitical crises since World War II has created a perfect storm for volatility in the stock market. Is there some merit to getting out now and waiting for the volatility to subside?