Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
New Central Bank Governor Inspires Confidence in India Despite Structural Challenges
By Savita Iyer-AhrestaniRaghuram Rajan, the newly appointed governor of the Reserve Bank of India, may have the right solutions to help redress Indias macroeconomic woes.
September 24, 2013
Federal Agencies, Servicemembers Brace for Possible ShutdownA First Command poll finds a majority of military members, who could face late paychecks, doubt lawmakers can avert a government shutdown.
September 23, 2013
Unum: Disability benefits help people keep their homesLack of income protection can be a housing stability risk even for higher-paid workers.
September 23, 2013
Unum: Disability benefits help people keep their homesLack of income protection can be a housing stability risk even for higher-paid workers.
September 23, 2013
Alternatives to Fixed Income Come in Many (Alt) VarietiesAdvisors now have options beyond quality and duration to help manage their way through the coming fixed income challenge.
September 23, 2013
Jim Rogers’ 5 Best & Worst Regions for Commodity InvestingRogers, speaking to The Daily Ticker, is all surprises on where to dig and grow a good commodity play.
September 23, 2013
Vodafone/Kabel Deutschland Merger Bodes Well For Europe, but Recession Could Dampen Demand for Quad-PlayThe acquisition of Germanys largest cable provider, Kabel Deutschland, by Britains Vodafone is exciting news that bodes well for merger and acquisition activity in Europe.