Behavioral Finance
Read about the behavioral finance factors that affect clients and that help advisors tailor the best financial plans and portfolio strategies for investors.
Financial Select Sector SPDR Roars Back as Markets Recover
By Janet LevauxThe Financial Select Sector SPDR (XLF) rose more than 5.7% on Monday, May 10, to beat the performance of the S&P 500 and the Dow.
May 07, 2010
Hartford To Turn 200An insurer will celebrate its bicentennial May 10 at the New York Stock Exchange.
May 07, 2010
Thrivent: Consumer Uncertainty LingersThe weak economy has left many Americans feeling financially stressed, according to Thrivent Financial for Lutherans.
May 07, 2010
Thrivent: Consumer Uncertainty LingersThe weak economy has left many Americans feeling financially stressed, according to Thrivent Financial for Lutherans.
May 06, 2010
Fiduciary Amendment to Reform Bill on Tap Today in Senate; Dodd Lays Out His CaseSenators Daniel Akaka (D-Hawaii) and Robert Menendez (D-New Jersey) plan to introduce on Thursday, May 6, their amendment to Senator Chris Dodd's financial services reform bill requiring brokers to adhere to a fiduciary duty
May 05, 2010
White House Eyes Financial Services LobbyingPresident Obama believes businesses should support strong financial reform, White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs said Tuesday during a briefing.
May 05, 2010
White House Eyes Financial Services LobbyingPresident Obama believes businesses should support strong financial reform, White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs said Tuesday during a briefing.
May 04, 2010
White House Blogger: Loopholes May Wear DisguisesWall Street lobbyists are trying to reshape S. 3217 by inserting innocent-sounding amendments and special provisions, according to White House Communications Director Dan Pfeiffer.