Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
6 Things About Social Security Advisors Should Tell Clients
By Dan BermanHere are a few tips from the Social Security Administration and Shepherd Financial Partners that spotlight some important points for near retirees.
December 13, 2013
Pension Advocates Blast Budget’s Premium HikeIt is simply unacceptable that members of Congress of both parties...view pension plans as a piggy bank," American Benefits Council president says.
December 12, 2013
The Battles That Shaped Dodd-FrankChris Dodd and Barney Frank shared anecdotes about what really keeps Wall Street awake at night and who has more political clout than big banks.
December 12, 2013
First Eagle Fund Goes ‘Anywhere the Value Is,’ but With a Safety MarginGlobal Income fund builds on First Eagle Global Funds success, following Benjamin Graham's diktats, but not averse to the benefits of high-yield bonds.
December 12, 2013
Budget Deal Heads for Likely House PassageSpeaker John Boehner criticized conservative groups for opposing it; Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said "neither side got everything it wanted."
December 12, 2013
Does PPACA make silver networks narrow?A Heritage Foundation witness says the subsidy structure shapes the provider directories.
December 12, 2013
9 Tax Breaks Expiring at Year’s EndMake sure your clients take advantage of these breaks before it's too late.
December 11, 2013
3 Reasons a Correction Is Coming: Merrill StrategistMacNeil Curry, head of global technical strategy, says the stars are lining up for a drop of 10%-20% in 2014.