Economy & Markets
The important economic and stock market news that advisors need to know.
Innovation and Sustainability Are Key to Recovery
By Virginie MaisonneuveAn elevated risk premium suggests equities are extremely cheap versus bonds.
December 21, 2012
Global Stocks Drop as U.S. Fiscal Cliff Deal FailsWithout an agreement, the U.S. economy will fall off the so-called fiscal cliff on Jan. 1 when Bush-era tax cuts expire and spending cuts kick in automatically.
December 21, 2012
Market Blitz With David Blitzer; Growth by Design Study; 2013 Career Guide: January Investment Advisor—SlideshowThe new year typically gets people looking ahead at things to come. Considering the things David Blitzer, chairman of the index committee at S&P Dow Jones Indices, sees coming, we couldnt wait to share them.
December 20, 2012
Beyond Stock GloomSince the recovery from the worldwide financial meltdown commenced in 2009, global stock markets have closely mirrored international economic fundamentals.
December 20, 2012
Ranking 401(k) Transparency; Avoiding Liquidity Temptations: January Research—SlideshowResearch magazine teams up with consulting firm Dalbar to present retirement plan transparency rankings. New regulations mandate that 401(k) plan service providers convey detailed disclosures, especially about fees.
December 19, 2012
12 Days of Outlooks: What Advisors Need to Know About 2013AdvisorOnes editorial dozen of 2013 Outlook stories surveys economy, markets, retirement, practice management and tech future for advisors and their clients.
December 19, 2012
Best 5 Investment Picks for 2013One thing seems clear about the market's direction in 2013: Investors seeking yieldisnt everybody nowadayswill find more joy in equities than in fixed income.