Stocks are down more than 20% this year. Usually when that happens bonds hold their value. But right now both are down sharply, hurting retirees and people saving for college in 529 plans.

Stocks represent ownership in a company, offering the potential for high returns but also carrying higher risks. In contrast, bonds are debt securities that provide more stable, albeit lower, returns.

From real estate to precious metals, the world offers a variety of options for investing your money. Stocks and bonds are two of the most common. Both options can play an important role in your ...

Stocks and bonds can both generate long-term returns, but stocks have higher ceilings. Scott McBrien, founder and chief investment officer at Stock Timing Tech, mentions that stocks have ...