Politics, Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine, and Your TSP
About two years ago, there were proposals to change the index for the I Fund of the TSP. Political controversy intervened. Here is what happened.
Ralph R. Smith
Reforming the Postal Service: A Challenge That May Be Met
A bill to reform the Postal Service may pass in Congress despite past failures.
MSPB Returning After 5-Year Absence: 3,600+ Decisions Pending
The Senate has confirmed two Members for the MSPB. This means the agency will be able to start issuing decisions on the huge backlog of cases.
War, Inflation, COVID: TSP Performance Drops in February, But One Fund Still Up 16%+ For 12 Months
TSP stock funds are down for the second month in a row as a result of inflation and the war in Ukraine. The results over the past 12-months are still favorable.
More Power for Unions: Ketanji Brown Jackson Nominated for Supreme Court
Ketanji Brown Jackson, a strong union advocate, has been nominated as a Supreme Court justice. Her nomination delights federal employee unions.
Postal Service Pay Package For “Thousands” of Supervisors Subject to Court Review
In determining Postal Service pay rates for its Field Pay Package, there are requirements of the Postal Act that must be met. An appeals court determined USPS did not meet these requirements.
2022: Rough Year for TSP With One Fund Down 13.3%. What Happens Next?
TSP returns so far in 2022 have been negative. One fund is already down more than 13% YTD. How are investors reacting and what may lie ahead this year?
Why Your Raise or Annuity Goes Down Faster Than Inflation Goes Up
How is inflation measured? Measurement methods have changed. Those who think their decline in purchasing power is higher than reported are probably right.
President’s Day: Why It is Celebrated, Expanded, and Impact on Federal Employees
President’s Day is a relatively new holiday. It’s official title is Washington’s Birthday but President’s Day is now the more common name used.
Inflation Rate Soars to 7.5%; Comparing 45 Years of Federal Raises, Inflation, and COLAs
Inflation is soaring. How does the inflation rate compare to 45 years of pay raises and COLAs?
