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Coronavirus: Calls to Protect Federal Employees Ramping Up

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 8, 2020 12:10 PM | Updated: Mar 24, 2023 9:20 AM 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 SmithMar 7, 2020 2:54 PM | Updated: Mar 24, 2023 9:21 AM 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. SmithMar 2, 2020 4:22 PM | Updated: Mar 14, 2020 3:03 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 GrobeMar 2, 2020 7:14 AM | Updated: Feb 22, 2023 8:50 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 SmithMar 1, 2020 6:25 PM | Updated: Jan 14, 2025 8:47 AM 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. SmithFeb 28, 2020 3:48 PM | Updated: Mar 13, 2020 10:57 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
Businessman with his hands clasped behind his head appearing worried as he looks at a financial chart showing declining stock market returns

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 SmithFeb 10, 2020 8:18 AM | Updated: Mar 24, 2023 9:21 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 SmithFeb 4, 2020 11:17 AM | Updated: Feb 17, 2020 7:44 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. SmithFeb 3, 2020 11:40 AM | Updated: Feb 17, 2020 7:44 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

May 16, 2025

Fund Last % YTD
G Fund $19.0667 +0.01% +1.67%
F Fund $19.8702 +0.05% +2.01%
C Fund $94.6008 +0.71% +1.80%
S Fund $88.9812 +1.01% -1.30%
I Fund $47.2925 +0.28% +12.88%
L Income $27.4974 +0.17% +2.83%
L 2025 $14.1527 +0.18% +2.84%
L 2030 $52.4907 +0.37% +4.05%
L 2035 $15.8511 +0.40% +4.25%
L 2040 $60.3474 +0.44% +4.44%
L 2045 $16.5970 +0.47% +4.59%
L 2050 $36.5506 +0.49% +4.74%
L 2055 $18.4951 +0.59% +5.19%
L 2060 $18.4928 +0.59% +5.19%
L 2065 $18.4903 +0.59% +5.19%
L 2070 $10.9587 +0.59% +5.20%
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