Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
How to host a grand client appreciation event
By Thomas K. BruecknerThese six components are critical to the success of a well-planned event.
October 16, 2013
Senate Agrees on Debt Deal, as SIFMA Chief Blasts GOP and Obama for Woes"There is significant damage to the Republican brand in its willingness to be a party of fiscal destruction," says SIFMA CEO Judd Gregg, a former senator.
October 16, 2013
BofA Posts Big Jump in Profits; Piper Jaffray Results WeakenAdvisor productivity hits $1.3 million for veteran reps at Merrill Lynch.
October 16, 2013
ThinkAdvisor’s 2013 Q3 Earnings Calendar for the Finance SectorThe third-quarter 2013 earnings period is now under way, with many finance sector companies reporting.
October 15, 2013
Debt Ceiling Deal ‘Still Far Off,’ Says White HouseWith only two days left before the deadline, White House Press Secretary Jay Carney said Tuesday afternoon that no deal was near.
October 14, 2013
Better Economic Times Ahead for Greece?Greeces economy is finally showing some signs of recovery, and it can be attributable to many things.
October 14, 2013
S&P to Lose Nearly 16% by Year End: Wells Fargo AnalystGina Martin Adams says consumer staples and earnings growth are likely to weaken further in Q4, though one ETF is bucking the trend.
October 14, 2013
Reid, McConnell Fight Next Round on Debt, Raising HopesAs Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell negotiate, a Schwab survey shows investors are still thinking long term.