Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Are Diamonds the New Gold?
By Gil WeinreichTight supply, growing demand, a coming ETF and a new exchange for investment-grade diamonds may add sparkle to a gem that has resisted commoditization.
April 18, 2013
Bloomberg Jumps on ‘Twitter A-List’ After SEC’s Social Media DecisionNow that the SEC has green-lighted public companies disclosure of corporate information on social media sites such as Twitter and Facebook, the Web is jumping all over the news.
April 17, 2013
Reinhart and Rogoff Fight BackCarmen Reinhart and Kenneth Rogoff, in response to a trio of researchers assailing their work, vigorously defended their seminal 2010 study.
April 17, 2013
Sheila Bair: Low Interest Rates Hurting EconomyFormer FDIC Chairwoman Sheila Bair is the latest high-profile official to voice concern over the Federal Reserves low-interest-rate policy.
April 16, 2013
When International Is Out of Favor, Advisory Firm TGS Finds Its SpotsWhile not exactly a contrarian, TGS Financial sees opportunities in emerging markets as valuations drop relative to U.S. equities, Vincent Barbera says.
April 16, 2013
Advisors Cope With Boston Bombing’s AftermathIf ever there was a teachable moment on behavioral finance and emotional investing, Mondays horrific events at the Boston Marathon might have been it.
April 16, 2013
The Principal Financial Group announces DIADeferred income annuities have been gaining popularity in recent years as waves of baby boomers begin to retire.
April 16, 2013
The Principal Financial Group announces DIADeferred income annuities have been gaining popularity in recent years as waves of baby boomers begin to retire.