Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Are You the Star or the Coach?
By James J. GreenJust as those whove experienced combat tend to be the ones who are most hesitant to declare war, it seems to me that the best money managers tend to be modest folks.
June 30, 2014
Are Killer Robots the Next Black Swan?Assessing the threat of out-of-control financial AI.
June 30, 2014
The Tech Revolution's Disruptions BeginKeep an eye on tech-driven socioeconomic tensions.
June 30, 2014
Tom Johnson Investment Management: 2014 Fixed Income and Overall SMA Manager of the YearTom Johnson Investment Managements intermediate fixed-income strategy follows "broad yet conservative guidelines," says firm president and CIO Richard Parry.
June 30, 2014
Bob Doll Judges His 10 Predictions for 2014Nuveen strategist Doll takes a midyear look at how his 10 yearly predictions have panned out so far.
June 30, 2014
Worries Peak on Puerto Rico Utilities Debt After New Bankruptcy LawAfter debt-restructuring bills passage, bondholders watch to see if the commonwealth's electric utility will make Tuesday payment; two fund companies sue to declare law unconstitutional.
June 30, 2014
Insurers taking steps to prepare for higher interest ratesEighty-three percent of insurers intend to shorten portfolio durations in anticipation of rising interest rates this year.
June 30, 2014
Insurers taking steps to prepare for higher interest ratesEighty-three percent of insurers intend to shorten portfolio durations in anticipation of rising interest rates this year.