Investing Insights: Amazon, Google, and Bogle's Expectations

Morningstar.com Oct 28, 2017

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This week on the podcast, we'll recap Amazon and Alphabet earnings; Jack Bogle shares his market return expectations and why index funds are the best hope for corporate governance; Leo Acheson recaps upgrades and downgrades in our 529 plan ratings; Mark Miller says it pays to reshop your medicare coverage; and Jon Hale talks about aligning your investments with your values.

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