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Several comments here about alternatives to stock, the poor returns of bonds, and cash being eaten by inflation. If you've been thinking about this and are a U.S. investor, read about I Bonds. Or, if you aren't worried about inflation and are investing for 20+ years from now, don't forget about EE Bonds.

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IBonds are linked to the government-approved CPI and the basket no longer represents “true” inflation which, in my opinion, should include the increasing cost of housing, education, medical insurance, etc. rather than cheap stuff outsourced to foreign countries to manufacture.

I am also concerned about this, especially medical costs. What alternatives better track this type of inflation?

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