Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Treasuries fall third day amid improving job market
By Neal Armstrong and Wes GoodmanU.S. employers added 183,000 jobs last month, up from 74,000 in December.
February 05, 2014
Muni Bonds Attract Investors in Rising Rate EnvironmentMuni bonds could outperform as Treasury yields rise, Standish Mellon Asset Management says.
February 04, 2014
Post Office Proposes to Offer ‘Financial Services’The Postal Service says it has assets to serve the underbanked, boost its own money-losing operations and benefit banks through partnerships.
February 04, 2014
PIMCO’s Gross: ‘Era of Getting Rich Quickly Is Over’Bill Gross talks to Bloomberg TV about bond-market tumult, why China is like "mystery meat" and what could be next for Mohamed El-Erian.
February 04, 2014
U.S. Stocks Remain Much More Than Just OK—Searching for Alpha for February 2014Yes, January was a tough month for the markets, but a look at some data suggests its time to recommit to U.S. stocks.
February 03, 2014
Japan Seeks Deeper Relationship With AfricaMany African nations are more than just natural resource plays, and Japanese businesses, playing a growing role in the region, are poised to benefit.
February 03, 2014
The Bonds Conundrum: Where to Invest Now?Whither interest rates? And where can you find decent yield to maturity on bond portfolios? We explore.
February 01, 2014
Gold’s Next Big Move: Boom or Bust?This is not last year's market, so it's time to rethink some possible ETF moves with precious metals.