Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
TD Ameritrade Has 13% Drop in Quarterly Profits, But Boosts Net New Assets
By Joyce HansonAMTD's profits for the full year fell 8%, totaling $586 million, or EPS of $1.06, versus $638 million a year ago, or EPS of $1.11.
October 30, 2012
President Romney’s cabinet: Who would he choose?Here are some possibilities for Romney appointees, and a couple of new ones Obama might make if he is re-elected.
October 30, 2012
Eurozone Economic Sentiment Lowest in 3 YearsGerman unemployment worse than expected, Spain continues to contract.
October 30, 2012
Weather Catastrophes Hitting U.S. Hardest: Munich Re ReportStudy analyzing severe weather was released just days before Hurricane Sandy.
October 30, 2012
U.S. Stocks are winning the asset raceWho forgot to tell the U.S. stock market that the economy is struggling?
October 30, 2012
U.S. Stocks are winning the asset raceWho forgot to tell the U.S. stock market that the economy is struggling?
October 29, 2012
Gold Down, Gas Up as Sandy StrikesCommodities are trading lightly, with demand for gold likely to shift next month, experts say.
October 29, 2012
Ahead of Hurricane Sandy, Markets Shut Up ShopBoth the NYSE and Nasdaq were closed Monday due to the superstorm, though electronic trades continue on Arca, and SIFMA recommends bond market closure.