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Will Social Security Catch the Flu?

FedSmith.com author Brenton SmithBy Brenton SmithMarch 11, 2020 7:12 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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The author says that the Coronavirus is the type of economic event that could change the path of Social Security.

Coronavirus: Calls to Protect Federal Employees Ramping Up

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMarch 8, 2020 12:10 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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As concerns mount about the coronavirus, lawmakers are pushing for more protections for federal employees.

OPM Issues New Coronavirus Guidance

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMarch 7, 2020 2:54 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

OPM has released a new memo with questions and answers addressing pay, leave and telework with regards to the coronavirus.

Coronavirus and the TSP: Which Funds Were Hardest Hit?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMarch 2, 2020 4:22 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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The coronavirus significantly impacted the stock market in February. Which funds had the largest losses and which ones gained?

A Bucket of Coronavirus

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeMarch 2, 2020 7:14 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Worries about the coronavirus have pushed the stock market into correction territory. Would a “bucket strategy” help retirees with funds in the TSP?

A USPS Employee is Confirmed to Have the Coronavirus

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMarch 1, 2020 6:25 PM Categories Current Events Leave a comment
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A Postal Service employee has tested positive for the coronavirus. Does this mean it can spread through the mail?

The Sky is Falling! Time to Sell Your TSP Stock Funds?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFebruary 28, 2020 3:48 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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The stock market is falling fast. Many TSP investors have seen their accounts dwindle in value in just a few days. Is this the time to sell your TSP stock funds?

OPM Outlines HR Flexibilities for the Coronavirus

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFebruary 10, 2020 8:18 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

OPM has provided detailed HR flexibilities that may be used on connection with the coronavirus.

OPM is Monitoring the Coronavirus

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFebruary 4, 2020 11:17 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

OPM has issued a memo outlining actions the agency is taking to prevent the spread of the coronavirus within the federal workforce.

Your TSP and the Coronavirus

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFebruary 3, 2020 11:40 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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Stock markets reacted quickly to news of a virus spreading quickly. The January TSP returns reflect this fear.

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Daily TSP Performance

March 17, 2023

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $17.3749 +0.01% +0.81%
F Fund $18.7669 +0.84% +3.07%
C Fund $60.3210 -1.10% +2.41%
S Fund $61.7881 -2.23% +0.42%
I Fund $34.7143 -0.71% +2.27%
L Income $23.1494 -0.22% +1.31%
L 2025 $11.5965 -0.38% +1.51%
L 2030 $39.7814 -0.62% +1.81%
L 2035 $11.8140 -0.68% +1.90%
L 2040 $44.2320 -0.74% +1.98%
L 2045 $11.9942 -0.80% +2.04%
L 2050 $26.0404 -0.86% +2.10%
L 2055 $12.5255 -1.11% +2.14%
L 2060 $12.5243 -1.11% +2.14%
L 2065 $12.5229 -1.11% +2.14%
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