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High Inflation and A Bear Market: Will “Double Whammy” Impact 4.6% Proposed Pay Raise?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJun 14, 2022 11:03 AM | Updated: Jun 16, 2022 11:35 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Two of the TSP stock funds are now in bear market territory and inflation is raging. What does history show about a federal pay raise during high inflation?

Is Now the Time for Federal Employees to Sell Their Stock Investments?

FedSmith.com author Anthony BucciBy Anthony BucciJun 7, 2022 9:32 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

With all of the bad news out there and a stock market that has been dropping, federal employees may be tempted to sell their TSP stock funds. But should they?

Staying Seated During Economic Turbulence

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerJun 6, 2022 7:02 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Stock market volatility has been big in 2022. The author explains what is behind it as well as tips on how to keep your cool.

May 2022 TSP Performance: TSP Stock Funds Retreat from Bear Market

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJun 1, 2022 7:41 AM | Updated: Aug 30, 2022 3:44 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

TSP stock funds pulled back from entering a bear market with a stock rally late in the month. With one exception, TSP stock funds were down in May 2022.

TSP Changes Imminent as TSP Dips, Dives, and Bumps

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 24, 2022 12:28 PM | Updated: Mar 6, 2024 2:49 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The TSP has been volatile and significant changes for the TSP are imminent. All TSP Funds are down in 2022 except for the G Fund.

Bear Growling? One TSP Fund Falls 4% in One Day; Down 17% in 2022

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 19, 2022 11:24 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
Bull and bear with financial graph depicting possibility of up or down stock market

Recent experience impacts future expectations. TSP returns have been very good for the past decade. Here is how TSP investors reacted in previous bear markets.

Should You Stop Making TSP Contributions?

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerMay 18, 2022 12:15 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Should federal employees stop making TSP contributions in light of the ongoing stock market volatility?

How to Save Your Investment Portfolio in 2022

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerMay 13, 2022 9:03 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The stock market has had a great run over the last decade, but volatility has returned in 2022. How should investors prepare?

Don’t Touch Your TSP Right Now

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerFeb 8, 2022 8:43 AM | Updated: Oct 29, 2023 11:57 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

When stock markets become more volatile, does that mean that you need to change your TSP investment strategy?

Knowing When to Hold Them and When to Fold Them: Lessons for Investing Your TSP During Market Downturns

FedSmith.com author Anthony BucciBy Anthony BucciJan 25, 2022 11:19 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The stock market has been falling so far in 2022. Does this mean you should sell the TSP stock funds?

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Daily TSP Performance

April 20, 2026

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.8394 +0.04% +1.28%
F Fund $21.0674 -0.05% +0.89%
C Fund $114.1387 -0.23% +4.22%
S Fund $109.7297 +0.75% +9.28%
I Fund $61.8167 -0.60% +11.40%
L Income $30.1227 -0.04% +3.01%
L 2030 $60.8067 -0.12% +4.66%
L 2035 $18.6228 -0.15% +5.34%
L 2040 $71.6395 -0.16% +5.68%
L 2045 $19.8785 -0.18% +5.98%
L 2050 $44.1628 -0.19% +6.28%
L 2055 $23.0027 -0.23% +7.34%
L 2060 $23.0000 -0.23% +7.34%
L 2065 $22.9973 -0.23% +7.34%
L 2070 $13.6301 -0.23% +7.34%
L 2075 $11.9060 -0.23% +7.34%
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