Interest Rate Spike: Panic or Opportunity? & 7 Most Important Ages In Retirement Planning

Why are bond yields climbing so rapidly, and what does it mean for your money? Wes Moss breaks down the massive shift in the $51 trillion U.S. bond market and why higher interest rates might actually be good news for your portfolio. Plus, Wes walks through the seven most important retirement planning ages every investor needs to mark on their calendar.

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All this and more on the October 6, 2026, Ask an Advisor episode of the Clark Howard podcast. Submit your questions: WesMoss.com/ask

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