Despite the economic uncertainty caused by the pandemic—or possibly because of it—US retirement account balances rose to record levels during the fourth quarter of 2020, as reported by Fidelity Investments. The firm said individual contributions to individual retirement accounts (IRA), as well as 401(k) and 403(b) retirement accounts remained strong during the last three months of the year.
Allianz Investment Management launches the AllianzIM U.S. Equity Buffer100 Protection ETF (AIOO), seeking complete downside protection with S&P 500 upside participation through quarterly resets. Unlike traditional buffered products, AIOO aims for “true zero” returns in down markets while capturing equity gains via participation rates. Designed for risk-averse investors, the ETF provides capital preservation with growth potential through shorter three-month outcome periods and transparent, liquid access to protected equity exposure.
Court documents filed on October 23, 2025, reveal crazy new accusations in the divorce of billionaire David Geffen and his estranged husband.