Index funds have frequently surpassed active funds over the past decade, according to Morningstar. Warren Buffett's recommendation to invest in and retain one ETF for decades remains relevant. The inclusion of India government bonds in the Bloomberg Global Aggregate Index is noted by Invesco. The S&P 500's market movement is discussed, alongside September's core PCE inflation rate at 3.1%. The Madison Dividend Income Fund's Q3 2026 investment strategy is reviewed. FPE index funds are considered better than preferred stock index funds, but inflation remains a risk.