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November 21, 2008

Online Resources Relating to Market Volatility

The following is a comprehensive list of online materials published by TIAA-CREF that provide commentary and insights on this tumultuous period in the financial markets as well as information about TIAA-CREF’s financial strength and stability.

Multi-Media Resources

November Edition of Market Insights with Brett Hammond (audio)
December 17, 2008

CEO Roger Ferguson: Helping You Stay on Track in Uncertain Times (video)
November 21, 2008

November Market Insights featuring Brett Hammond (audio)
Chief Investment Strategist discusses market volatility, the election, recent government actions and GDP growth
November 10, 2008

Asset Management Head Scott Evans: Stick to Your Game Plan in Challenging Times (video)
November 4, 2008

Chief Investment Strategist Brett Hammond on Principles & Perspectives for Weathering Volatile Times (video)
October 22, 2008

Roger Ferguson, Scott Evans and Erwin Martens Discuss TIAA-CREF’s Financial Strength and Approach to Risk Management (audio and transcript)
October 20, 2008

Financial Education Seminar: TIAA-CREF’s History of Strength and Stability (video)
October 17, 2008 

Financial Education Seminar: Staying on Track in a Volatile Market (video)
October 17, 2008  

CEO Roger Ferguson on Keeping the Long View (video)
October 10, 2008

Interview with Brett Hammond on the Financial Markets and the Government Bailout (audio)
September 29, 2008 

Chief Investment Strategist Brett Hammond on the Importance of Asset Allocation (video)
September 22, 2008

Market Commentary and Guidance

Guidance for Investors: Words of Wisdom for Navigating Turbulent Markets
October 24, 2008 

Ask TIAA-CREF: Should I Save During Volatile Times?
Underscores the importance of making regular contributions to your retirement plan during periods of volatility
October 19, 2008

Chief Investment Strategist Brett Hammond Addresses Concerns Over Market Volatility
October 13, 2008

Market Monitor: Commercial Real Estate and The Macro-Economy (PDF)
October 13, 2008

Information on the Government’s Economic Stabilization Package
October 08, 2008

Market Monitor: The 3% Solution: Financial Markets and The Federal Bailout (PDF)
September 29, 2008 

Roger Ferguson’s Message to Clients (web and email)
Email message sent to 1.1 million participants (and posted on web) highlights TIAA-CREF’s objective advice, financial strength and disciplined approach to investing
September 23, 2008

What’s on your mind? Answers to Questions on Recent Market Volatility
Frequently asked questions about TIAA Traditional, TIAA’s claim paying abilities and deposit insurance
September 22, 2008

Market Monitor: Financial Markets Turmoil - The End of the Beginning (PDF)
September 22, 2008

Information on TIAA-CREF’s Performance and Financial Strength

TIAA-CREF's Sober Approach to Risk Management
October 19, 2008

Information on the Recent Performance on the TIAA Real Estate Account
October 14, 2008

The Strength and Stability of TIAA Traditional
October 10, 2008

TIAA-CREF's Participation in U.S. Treasury Money Market Insurance Program
October 08, 2008 

TIAA-CREF's Performance During Recent Market Turbulence
Overview of the TIAA-CREF retirement accounts' performance through third quarter 2008
October 06, 2008

Information on Market Volatility and Recent Events
Perspective on recent events and details exposures to specific holdings in TIAA-CREF’s funds and accounts
Last updated on October 01, 2008

Information on the Recent Performance of the CREF Money Markey Account (PDF)
September 19, 2008

TIAA Maintains Highest Possible Ratings 
September 17, 2008

Statement on TIAA-CREF’s holdings in Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
September 11, 2008

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