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Market Watch

May 19, 2012 @ 04:50 AM

Dow Jones Industrials 12,369.38- 73.11
Dow Jones Transportation 4,873.76- 64.42
Dow Jones Utilities 464.16+ 0.07
Nasdaq Composite 2,778.79- 34.90
Nasdaq 100 2,478.53- 30.52
S&P 500 1,295.22- 9.64
S&P Mid-Cap 400 905.28- 10.71
NYSE Composite 7,427.74- 52.69
AMEX Composite 2,209.54- 10.77
10 Year Treasury Note 1.70-
Wilshire 5000 13,514.18- 114.94

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Growth, Value, or Both

The average annual return for large-cap value stocks was about 2.1% higher than for large-cap growth stocks, yet growth stocks outperformed value stocks in 13 out of 30 years. This article examines the difference between the two approaches and describes why holding both may help investors take advantage of a variety of market conditions.

Retirement Plans for Small Businesses

With standard 401(k) plans, the amount a company's owners can contribute to their own retirement account is often restricted by how much other employees contribute to the plan. With the safe harbor option, owners may be able to make larger contributions for themselves in exchange for making tax-deductible contributions or "matches" for employees.

HOT TOPIC: Are Housing Troubles Standing in the Way of Growth?

In the wake of past recessions, the housing industry provided a meaningful economic boost. This time around, the pace of the recovery has been more sluggish than expected, and ongoing weakness in the housing sector may be to blame.

Help Chart the Future of Your Family Business

The transition from one generation to the next is considered to be one of the biggest risks to the survival of a family-owned business. A thoughtful succession strategy not only outlines when and how ownership should be transferred but also takes tax implications, family relationships, and other sensitive issues into account.

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