Opinions

Financial Focus®: The Hidden Danger of Investing Too Cautiously

One of the most significant risks investors face isn’t losing money in a market dip; it’s failing to reach their long-term financial goals. Many people...

Financial Focus®: Small habits help shape a stronger financial future

Financial security doesn’t have to come from a big salary, a lucky investment or some dramatic turning point. For most people, wealth is built...

Cathy Jo Loy Capitol Report: Keeping Missouri’s Energy Affordable and Reliable

One of the issues I hear about most often from constituents is the rising cost of electricity. Families, those...

Financial Focus®: Turn your savings into paychecks in retirement

Margaret had saved diligently for decades. Every paycheck, a portion went toward her retirement account. Then, the day finally...

Financial Focus®: Five questions that could change how you see retirement

Saving for retirement is important, but it's only part of the picture. If you're within five to 10 years...

Financial Focus®: Ten financial steps to take before and after your wedding day

Getting married is a major decision that comes with a financial to-do list that's arguably more important than choosing...

Financial Focus®: Help your graduate use credit and debit cards wisely

As your new graduate prepares to step into the next chapter of life – whether that's more education or...

Financial Focus®: Saving for Retirement – Are You Guessing or Planning?

Let’s say you dream of spending your retirement mornings on a warm beach, coffee in hand, waves rolling in....