Financials: Investing in Recessions and The Latest News in the J.C. Penney Bankruptcy

<p>The U.S. economy entered a recession in February for the first time in over a decade. In this episode of <em>Industry Focus: Financials</em>, host Jason Moser and Fool.com contributor Matt Frankel, CFP discuss why it's so important for investors to stick to their long-term plans, even in scary times. Plus, reports indicate that <strong>Simon Property Group</strong> (NYSE: SPG) and <strong>Brookfield Property Partners</strong> (NYSE: BPY) are in discussions to purchase bankrupt department store chain J.C. Penney, and the reason might not be what you think. Finally, hear why Frankel is watching <strong>Seritage Growth Properties</strong> (NYSE: SRG) after the recent sell-off, while Moser has his eye on <strong>Nike</strong> (NYSE: NKE) this week.</p> <p>Check out more of our content here:</p> <div id="1571371200000divider" class="c-virtual_list__item" tabindex="-1" role="listitem"> <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.fool.com/podcasts/?utm_source=podcasts&utm_medium=podcasts&utm_campaign=industryfocus" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TMF's podcast portal</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/TheMotleyFool" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">YouTube</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/mfindustryfocus?lang=en" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://m.facebook.com/groups/217114601988296">Join Our Motley Fool Podcast Facebook Group</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-motley-fool">LinkedIn</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.fool.com/ecap/the_motley_fool/stock-up/?aid=9205&source=isusitsz0000002&ftm_cam=stockup&ftm_veh=sidebarhelp&ftm_mes=signup"> StockUp, The Motley Fool's weekly email newsletter</a></li> </ul> </div>