Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Why Azerbaijan’s Debut Eurobond Succeeded
By Savita Iyer-AhrestaniAzerbaijans recent 1.25 billion euro, 10-year Eurobond did remarkably well and not just because the largest nation in the Caucusus region has oil.
March 24, 2014
SEC OKs FINRA’s New Supervisory RulesThe SEC has approved FINRA's new consolidated rules governing supervision as well as guidance on email reviews.
March 24, 2014
El-Erian to Global Investors: Be Worried (but Don’t Panic)Mohamed El-Erian, chief economic advisor to Allianz, says the global markets tranquility may be misguided and geopolitical risk is "underpriced."
March 24, 2014
LLC or C Corp? The Tax Implications for AdvisorsA quick report on how changing my RIA practice's legal status had a big effect on my after-tax income.
March 22, 2014
An Easy Way to Invest in Pre-IPO Tech FirmsOne closed-end fund gives investors a chance to buy shares in technology companies backed by venture capital but not yet public.
March 21, 2014
Investor Alpha ‘Readily Available’ but Not Painless: Research AffiliatesAbove-market returns, often called elusive, are there for the taking for investors who can stomach a little discomfort, says Chris Brightman of Research Affiliates.
March 21, 2014
10 Characteristics of Effective LeadershipLeadership shapes the performance of the team. Here's how strong leaders project a positive image that reinforces productivity, morale and client relationships.
March 21, 2014
PIMCO Replaced by TCW as Manager of $1.3 Billion Bond StrategyThe PIMCO Mortgage-Backed Securities Fund will be renamed TCW Core Plus Bond Fund. The decision was made before Mohamed El-Erian's departure, sources said.